Transport Planner & Compliance Officer
Information
Location: Brighouse
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Negotiable
Main Responsibilities
- Manual weekly route planning for deliveries across the UK
- Optimising routes for efficiency, cost, and service levels
- Managing last-minute changes including urgent orders and delivery amendments
- Supporting operational demands including remakes and delayed deliveries
- Overseeing compliance for a mixed fleet including 10 HGVs, vans, and company cars
- Ensuring all vehicles meet legal and company compliance standards
- Managing vehicle inspections, maintenance schedules, and documentation
- Monitoring and managing drivers’ hours in line with legal requirements
- Ensuring tachograph compliance and accurate record keeping
- Supporting driver queries and promoting best practice
- Responding quickly to daily operational challenges
- Managing unexpected issues such as breakdowns, delays, and urgent customer needs
- Liaising with internal teams to ensure customer expectations are met
Description
Quickslide is looking for a highly organised, proactive, and hands-on Transport Planner & Transport Compliance Officer to join our fast-paced operations team. This is a critical role within the business, responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our transport function while maintaining full compliance across our fleet.
This position suits someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys problem-solving, and is comfortable dealing with the daily challenges of a dynamic logistics environment.
The Necessary Skills, Qualifications and Experience include:
- Previous experience in transport planning and/or fleet compliance
- Strong understanding of drivers’ hours regulations and transport legislation
- Experience managing HGV operations (desirable)
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving environment
- Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
- A hands-on, can-do approach with attention to detail
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