Job Description

Transport Planner
Location: Dover, Kent
Hours:  8.00am - 8.00pm , 4 days on 4 days off
Salary: DOE

PSM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Transport Planner looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, supportive environment? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused individual to join our client’s planning team, helping to ensure smooth, efficient, and cost-effective transport operations across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating daily vehicle routes to meet delivery and collection schedules
• Monitoring and adjusting plans to respond to changes, delays or issues
• Liaising with drivers, depots, and customers to ensure excellent service and communication
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory transport requirements
• Using transport management systems (TMS) and other planning tools effectively

Experience:

• Previous experience in a Transport Planner role (essential)
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK road network
• Ability to think ahead, stay calm under pressure and make quick decisions
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confident using route planning software and Microsoft Office tools

What’s On Offer:

• 4 on, 4 off shift pattern – giving you a great work/life balance
• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Supportive team environment and training where needed
• Career development opportunities in a growing business

If you’re ready to take the next step in your transport career, we’d love to hear from you.  This is an excellent opportunity to work for a professional company, so if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.