Transport Planner

Job Introduction

We have an exciting new opportunity to join our busy office in Morley as a Transport Planner. In this role you will provide full support to your line manager by delivering excellent customer service and ensuring all transport movements are completed efficiently, accurately and in line with company policies, procedures, processes and customer requirements. 

You will strive to ensure all transport movements are undertaken in the most cost-effective manner working closely with all members of the Hire Desk, Operations & Sales teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Arrange the deliveries and collections of equipment from customer sites 
• Organise internal transfer between depots, using our own fleet of vehicles and external haulage where necessary
• Ensure all movements are completed efficiently and cost effectively
• Liaise with drivers/hauliers and use tracking software to ensure each driver’s route is on schedule
• Liaise with all Hire Controllers and Operations teams to ensure accurate and prompt deliveries/collections
• Advising customers of accurate ETA’s and any delay’s that may occur 
• Ensure records are accurately maintained
• Process purchase orders for external haulage 
• Monitor emails and arrange any special requests such as wide load movements or booking in procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Effective customer service skills and excellent telephone manner
• Basic computer literacy – MS Office/Outlook skills etc.
• Experience in a similar planning role - advantageous
• Good geographical knowledge of region/UK and Europe - advantageous
• Knowledge of construction/housing/civil engineering industry - advantageous
• Knowledge of shoring/hire industry - advantageous
• Understanding of driver hours and working time regulations - advantageous
• Knowledge of transport fleet management/scheduling software - advantageous

What We Can Offer You

• Salary Sacrifice Pension
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary 
• Share save scheme 
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme 
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Long service recognition 
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

A Little Bit About Us 

Groundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.

Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.

At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco & Piletec, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.

Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.

Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.