Meyer Timber
We are looking for a Transport Planner to join the team at our Swindon depot!
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Plan and coordinate daily vehicle movements and driver schedules across the UK.
- Ensure fleet utilization is efficient and cost-effective.
- Monitor driver hours, tachograph compliance and transport KPIs.
- Maintain transport records, servicing schedules and compliance documentation
- Support route optimisation to improve efficiency and service levels.
- Assist with fleet maintenance planning, MOTs and defect reporting.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience in a Transport Planner/ Transport Coordinator role.
- Strong understanding of drivers hours, tachograph regulations, and transport compliance.
- Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS).
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Good IT skills using Microsoft Office.
Desirable
- Knowledge of O License compliance.
- Previous experience within 3PL or multi- customer operations.
What we can offer you?
- £34,000 -£36,000 per annum, dependent upon experience.
- Extended Christmas closure.
- Contributory pension scheme from day 1
- Free onsite parking
- Online payslips
- Uniform provided after successful completion of probation
- Access to Perkbox Benefits Platform: hundreds of perks to save money on everyday purchases, including food, drink, cinema tickets, clothing, homeware and much more
- Employee Assistance Programme: free 24 Hours confidential helpline
About Us
Meyer Timber is the supplier of the widest choice of wood based panel products in the UK, we are consistently reliable and provide exceptional levels of customer service. Our unique next day delivery service has lead to us being the supplier of choice to our vast customer base.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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