Transport Scheduler with ref. J36957

Job Title: Transport Scheduler
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Salary: £30,000 £36,000 per year
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Compass Point Recruitment is partnering with one of the UK's leading independently owned logistics companies in search of a Transport Scheduler. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking someone with experience in planning deliveries, scheduling vehicles, and providing daily support to drivers.

You will be part of a dynamic operations team responsible for planning a fleet of over 100 company-owned vehicles operating across the UK and Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan collections and deliveries, ensuring adherence to schedules and optimal vehicle/driver utilisation
Schedule vehicles for servicing and MOTs in line with company requirements
Monitor driver progress to ensure timely deliveries and collections
Provide support to drivers on the road and liaise with customers when necessary
Ensure compliance with all road transport legislation and the Working Time Directive (WTD)
Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and managers
Support administrative tasks including order entry and data input

Experience & Skills:

Proven experience in traffic planning, transport scheduling, or fleet handling
Background in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations
Strong geographical knowledge of the UK and Europe highly advantageous
CPC qualification would be an advantage
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer literate

Additional Information & Benefits:

Competitive salary: £30,000 £36,000 per year
Opportunity to work with a leading, independently owned logistics company
Career development and progression opportunities
Full-time, 45 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Rotating shifts: 07:0016:00, 08:0017:00, 09:0018:00
Includes participation in an on-call rota
One-hour lunch break

If you have experience in logistics and transport operations and would like to join a large, inclusive company offering career progression and a great team environment, we would love to hear from you!

For more information, call us on 01284 765700 or email brigita@compasspoint.co.uk

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