Average Transport Planner salary in Manchester

Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per yearJob Description:Proactive Personnel are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner on behalf of a successful transport and logistics company based in Trafford Park. This is a permanent position working on days with some early and later shifts to cover holidays.The Transport Planner position is based in their Trafford Park site and a great opportunity for a high performing, motivated, hands-on person to join the existing team.You will be responsible and accountable for:· Planning Irish Export Trailers (Dublin & Belfast)· Planning our multi drop C&D vehicles effectively to achieve on time deliveries (Holiday cover)· Ensure all customer collections are achieved.· Changing schedules to meet customer/network demands.· Liaising with drivers and colleagues to ensure all day-to-day activities are met to the highest possible standards.· Ensuring our drivers are delivering effectively and reporting delays effectively.· Trouble shooting critical transport related issues as they arise in a live environment.Skills & Attributes:· The ability to utilise and manage people effectively.· Full training for the in-house systems will be provided, however a good knowledge of computer skills will be required.· Flexible approach with regards to working hours· Able to work under pressure in a time-critical environment.· Well organised with an acute attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.Benefits:· Up to £35,000pa· Monday - Friday 12:00-20:30 with AM/PM Shift Holiday Covering Role· 9 weeks throughout the year (5.30am-2pm & 08:00-17:30pm)· Saturday mornings occasionally, paid as overtime additionally to salary· 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - up to max 35 days with service.Company pensionHealth & wellbeing programmeIf you are interested in this role please apply or call Proactive Personnel to find out more.

Transport Planner - NightsLocation: WarringtonSalary: £38,000 per annum 4 on 4 off We are currently seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our Client based in Warrington. This is a key role responsible for controlling the efficient deployment and routing of delivery vehicles across the UK, ensuring high levels of customer service while maximising vehicle and driver utilisation within budget. As a Transport Planner, you will manage route planning, allocate resources effectively, and administer delivery performance metrics. You will work closely with drivers, site managers, and the wider transport team to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and health and safety standards are consistently met. Key responsibilities include: Planning workloads in compliance with driver's hours and working time directive legislationUsing geographical knowledge to maximise fleet efficiencyPlanning vehicle routes to minimise running costs and maximise revenueBriefing and de-briefing drivers at the start and end of shiftsSupervising and managing driver workloadsSourcing additional drivers when requiredReacting to route changes and re-routing as necessaryMonitoring and ensuring KPIs are metProviding detailed and accurate shift handoversMaintaining clear and consistent communication with drivers and the depotEnsuring drivers have the correct paperworkMonitoring driver punctuality using transport softwareHandling driver queries both face to face and over the phoneKeeping drivers informed of road issues and challenging delays to ensure on-time deliveriesWorking collaboratively within a team of planners to service the existing client baseLiaising with the Transport Manager regarding vehicle maintenance schedulesLiaising with Site Managers to obtain and provide key information such as ETAs The successful candidate will have: Previous experience working as a Transport Planner in a busy, fast-paced transport officeExperience monitoring and managing driversA solid understanding of transport operating systemsGood knowledge of tachograph regulations Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Job Title: Senior Town PlannerLocation: Manchester or Preston Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-regarded and growing independent planning and development consultancy in the appointment of a Senior Town Planner. The practice provides high-quality planning advice and project leadership, helping clients navigate the UK planning system with clarity and confidence. The Role As a Senior Town Planner you will: Lead and manage planning applications, appeals and strategic planning work from inception to determinationProvide commercially focused planning advice across a range of development types including residential, commercial, energy, sports & leisure, and transport sectorsWork with public consultees, local planning authorities and stakeholders to progress proposals effectivelySupport and mentor junior planning staff and contribute to a collaborative team environmentHelp grow client relationships and support business development activities About You You will ideally have: A degree in Town Planning or a related disciplineMRTPI status or be actively working towards chartershipProven experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environmentStrong understanding of UK planning policy and the development management processExcellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects independently What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits packageFlexible working arrangements, including hybrid options based in Manchester or PrestonExposure to a broad and diverse portfolio of planning projectsProfessional development and CPD supportA supportive, team-oriented consultancy culture Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on or email .