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Transport Planner 4 on 4 off

First Choice Staff
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Hayes, Greater London UB3 3JH

Salary

£30,000 - £4,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a global leader in freight forwarding, is seeking a dynamic member for their transport operation with a salary of £30,000 per annum plus a £4,000 shift allowance.
  • The role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in scheduling, particularly within the air freight industry, and familiarity with DVSA, WTD, and UK legislation.
  • Candidates must have the ability to manage and plan vehicles for import collections and export deliveries from Heathrow and Gatwick airports, while maintaining clear communication with internal and external customers.
  • The position involves working 4 on 4 off day shifts from 07:00 to 19:00, with lots of overtime available, and requires flexibility in working times and days.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a forward-thinking attitude, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to health and safety in the workplace.

Our client is a Global Leader in Freight Forwarding, they are looking to add a dynamic member to their Transport operation.

4 on 4 off Day shifts of 07.00 - 19.00

Lots of overtime available

Duties: An experienced person with the capability to manage and plan vehicles for Import collections and Export deliveries from Heathrow and Gatwick AirportsAbility to adapt and embrace change while keeping calm in a pressured time driven environment. Needs to be familiar with DVSA, WTD, and UK legislation. To work as part of the transport team. To be flexible with working times and days, to be part of a shift operation. Needs to be able to communicate effectively at all levels, with a history of dealing with both internal and external customers, Proven history in freight forwarding with the ability to demonstrate their forward-thinking attitude and how to compel others to follow the same. Needs to be a good problem solver and enjoy the challenge.

Skills & Experience • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Scheduling preferable • Good understanding of LHR and the GHA’s that service the A/lines and their handling requirements. • Must have a full understanding Aviation Security regulation and ensuring compliance at all times. • Good knowledge of the air freight industry previous experience preferred. • Clear communication skills (written and verbal) • Responsible for all aspects of Health & Safety in the workplace as well as monitoring and enforcing all safe systems of work for drivers to follow. • Shared Mailbox Experience • Highly Motivated with the ability to multitask. • IT Generalist knowledge - Ideally with previous experience working with Transport Management systems and confident using MS office programs including Outlook, Excel and word. • Attention to detail, customer service, administration, and financial awareness. • 5 Year checkable work history. • CRB check.

£30,000 PA + £4000 shift allowance

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