People Solutions Group
Transport Planner – Swindon, Wiltshire
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join our well-established client based in Swindon, Wiltshire.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing transport operation offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and genuine opportunities for career development.
This role would suit candidates who have previously worked as a Transport Coordinator, Logistics Planner or Transport Administrator and have a strong understanding of transport compliance and fleet operations.
Shift Pattern:
- Monday to Friday
- 11:00 – 20:00
Benefits:
As a Transport Planner, you will receive:
- £34,000 – £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
- Extended Christmas closure
- Contributory pension scheme from day one
- Free onsite parking
- Online payslips
- Uniform provided following successful completion of probation
- Access to a benefits platform offering hundreds of discounts on everyday purchases, including food, drink, cinema tickets, clothing, and homeware
- Employee Assistance Programme with a twenty-four-hour confidential helpline
Day-to-Day Duties:
As a Transport Planner, your duties will include:
- Planning and coordinating daily vehicle movements and driver schedules across the UK
- Ensuring fleet utilisation is efficient, cost-effective, and meets operational requirements
- Monitoring driver hours, tachograph compliance, and transport KPIs
- Maintaining accurate transport records, servicing schedules, and compliance documentation
- Supporting route optimisation to improve efficiency and service levels
- Assisting with fleet maintenance planning, MOT scheduling, and defect reporting
- Liaising with drivers and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day transport operations
Essential Skills:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Previous experience in a Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator, or similar logistics position
- Strong understanding of drivers’ hours regulations, tachograph requirements, and transport compliance
- Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
- The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Experience:
- Knowledge of Operator Licence (O-Licence) compliance
- Previous experience within a 3PL or multi-customer transport operation
- Experience supporting fleet maintenance and compliance processes
Training:
- Full role-specific training and onboarding provided
- Ongoing support and career development opportunities
Apply Now:
If you are ready to take the next step in your logistics career and join a professional transport operation offering excellent benefits and long-term career prospects, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process