Transport Planner

The Company

Schenk UK is a leading national tanker haulage business operating one of the largest road tanker fleets in the country. For over 60 years, we have proudly supported the chemicals, gas, fuels, waste, and powders sectors, and today we are recognised as one of the UK's largest chemical transporter.

Location:

Eastham

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 02:00 - 10:30

Due to continued growth within our fuels sector, specifically Bitumen, we are looking to recruit an experienced Transport Planner to join our Planning team at our Eastham site.

As a Transport Planner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective logistics services to our customers. You will be responsible for the efficient planning and coordination of LGV tanker movements across the UK, managing both single and multi-drop deliveries.

This is a fast-paced, customer-facing role requiring strong communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

You will work closely with drivers and customers to ensure transport plans are clearly communicated, executed efficiently, and adapted where necessary to meet operational demands.

• Plan and allocate driver and vehicle resources to meet delivery and collection schedules
• Create and update daily run summaries
• Liaise with local operations regarding pre-loading and unloading activities
• Monitor and maintain service levels in collaboration with other departments
• Optimise vehicle utilisation, mileage efficiency and revenue per shift
• Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive (WTD) and Drivers’ Hours legislation
• Plan driver rotas in line with shift patterns, available hours, holidays and sickness
• Ensure legal compliance in relation to vehicle defects, servicing and MOTs
• Record and report all accidents, incidents and near misses in line with company procedures
• Maintain clear and accurate communication with drivers regarding start times, load details and operational updates
• Escalate driver concerns appropriately and support positive engagement and morale
• Utilise the Transport Management System to maximise route efficiencies
• Conduct effective shift handovers and collaborate with other planners
• Undertake additional duties as required by management

Experience

Required:

• Previous experience in a transport or logistics planning role
• Strong knowledge of UK geography
• Good understanding of transport legislation, including Drivers’ Hours and WTD
• Proficiency in IT-based transport systems and MS Office (Excel essential)
• Experience with planning tools such as Microlise (desirable but not essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate and resolve operational issues
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme provided by Spectrum Life, available to employees and their immediate family
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Technology purchase scheme
• Access to Schenk Perks, offering employee discounts across a range of retail and lifestyle brands

You will also be joining a well-established, financially stable organisation with long-term contracts and strong sector reputation, offering security and development opportunities within the transport and logistics industry.