Transport Planner

Transport Planner Salary/Rate:£36k - 38k per yearWorking Options:On-siteJob type:PermanentTown/City:Appleton ThornCounty:CheshireSpecialism:Transport & LogisticsJob ref:114940Post Date:August 19, 2026Apply NowCreate Job AlertScroll

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John Wilson

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Transport Planner

Appleton, Warrington

£36,000 - £38,000

4 on 4 off, 6pm – 6am (nights)

An established and fast-paced haulage operation is seeking an experienced Transport Planner / Night Supervisor to join its night operation team based in Appleton. This is an excellent opportunity for a transport professional with strong planning experience within general haulage who thrives in a busy operational environment.

Working as part of a supportive night team alongside another Planner, an Operations Manager, and Customer Service support, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the night fleet operation, ensuring service levels are maintained and drivers are fully supported throughout the shift.

The Candidate;

• Planning and replanning the night fleet operation across general haulage activities
• Monitoring service levels and ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently and on time
• Managing driver communication throughout the shift, including delays, route issues, and operational updates
• Supervising driver workloads in line with Working Time Directive and driver hours regulations
• Reviewing routes and maximising fleet utilisation and operational efficiency
• Providing real-time operational support and responding quickly to changing priorities
• Liaising with customers regarding delays, service updates, and failed deliveries where required
• Escalating tracker or operational issues to management when necessary
• Maintaining strong communication across planning, operations, customer service, and drivers
• Ensuring all drivers are correctly briefed before the start of their shift
• Supporting overall operational performance and profitability through effective planning decisions

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Previous experience within a Transport Planner or Transport Supervisor role
• Strong background in general haulage planning
• Experience working within a fast-paced transport environment
• Excellent geographical knowledge of UK road networks
• Strong understanding of tachograph legislation and driver hours compliance
• Confident using transport planning systems and operational software
• Able to multitask, prioritise workload, and make effective decisions under pressure
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Operationally minded with the ability to think on their feet and adapt quickly to changes
• Experience managing collection and backhaul operations would be advantageous

If you have Transport Planner experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link.

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