Position: Domestic Road Freight Planner Location: North County Dublin Salary:: €45,000-€55,000+ Benefits Duties : Daily Transport Planning: Create and manage delivery schedules for both container and trailer loads from Dublin Port, Cork, Shannon Foynes, and other ports nationwide Fleet Management: Coordinate and optimize the utilisation of up to 70 trucks daily, ensuring maximum efficiency and adherence to delivery windows.
Route Optimisation: Plan routes across the Irish road network to minimize empty miles, fuel usage, and delays.
Live Operations Control: Monitor driver progress in real-time, proactively resolving issues such as traffic delays, breakdowns, or unforeseen disruptions.
Driver Communication & Support: Provide clear instructions, guidance, and problem-solving support to drivers throughout their shifts.
Customer Service: Act as a key point of contact for clients regarding delivery times, service updates, and problem resolution.
Compliance: Ensure adherence to Irish and EU transport regulations, driver working hours, health & safety protocols, and port authority requirements.
Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of loads, performance, and KPIs to support operational reporting and continuous improvement Skills: transport Logistics Planning