A client of ours in the Witham area are recruiting a Transport Planner to join their team. This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm and paying up to 28,000 (negotiable for the right person) per annum depending on experience.

Key Duties include but are not limited to:

Ensure that Drivers Hours and Working Directive Regulations are adhered to by all drivers and mobile workers and that accurate records are maintained.
Ensure Vehicle and drivers' cards are correctly registered and downloaded.
Ensure the fleet ownership and maintenance are correctly maintained.
DVSA file check sheets are always up to date and fully compliant.
Ensure that all vehicles and trailers are properly inspected and maintained and that the maintenance schedules are adhered to.
Maintain the insurance records, fleet records and DVSA records of all changes to the fleet size, number of vehicles and trailers and their identification.
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Drivers' vehicle, trailer and equipment safety checks are completed in accordance with guidelines.
Ensure safety, maintenance and inspection documents are correctly maintained.
Transport Risk Assessments and Safe Working Practices.
Transport accident investigation and near miss reporting.

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Transport Planner position:

Experience planning express or same-day van drivers.
Vehicle weights and legal limits.
Experience of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive Regulations
Excellent communication skills
Proficient with the Microsoft packages
High attention to detail
Experience within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Transport Planner position, please apply with your CV and contact Katie at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #officejobs