Transport Planner
Job Purpose: We are looking for a proactive Transport Planner to join our dynamic team at Virginia International. As a key player in our transport operation, you'll be responsible for ensuring that our service to customers remains efficient, reliable, and fully compliant with driver health & safety standards and relevant legislation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in the fast-paced and rewarding transport & logistics sector, with the potential to make a real impact within a growing team.
Duties:
· Plan workload effectively and communicate work to drivers in an accurate and timely manner
· Manage delivery times and route planning throughout Ireland, UK, and Europe
· Manage workload through our in-house system MoveIT
· Assist with scheduling of transporters for service/maintenance checks
· Work on own initiative but also as part of a team
· Any other ad hoc duties as required from time to time by Management
Key Responsibilities:
* Efficient Workload Planning: Ensure timely, clear communication of work schedules and routes to drivers, ensuring efficiency and safety.
* Route Management: Plan delivery times and routes across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, optimizing for cost and time efficiency.
* System Management: Handle daily operations through our in-house system, MoveIT, ensuring all tasks are tracked and managed accurately.
* Transporter Coordination: Assist with the scheduling and coordination of vehicles for regular service and maintenance checks, ensuring fleet compliance and reliability.
* Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a team, supporting colleagues and leadership to achieve department goals.
* Adaptability: Assist with ad-hoc tasks and evolving challenges, demonstrating flexibility and initiative as required by the business.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Experience: At least 2 years in a similar environment
* IT Skills: Comfortable using various IT systems & software to manage and track tasks such as MoveIT
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to liaise effectively with drivers, colleagues, and management.
* Team Player: A collaborative attitude, able to adapt to fast-paced environments while maintaining a positive, can-do approach.
* Attention to Detail: Strong organizational & problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive.
* Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the haulage and logistics industry.
Desirable Skills:
* Qualifications: Achieved or seeking a relevant qualification in logistics or a related discipline is preferred.
* International Experience: Knowledge of national and international networks across Ireland, UK, and Europe.
* Import/Export Expertise: Familiarity with import & export requirements, and relevant regulations.
* Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of the EU Working Time Directive, Digital Tachograph regulations, and other industry-specific laws.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
If you're a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a passion for logistics, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your transport planning career
Applications by CV to:
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Give a brief out line of your transport planning experience todate ?
Education:
* Leaving Certificate (required)
Experience:
* Transport Planning: 1 year (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* qualification as per job spec (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Location:
* Maghera, Virginia, CO. Cavan (preferred)
Work Location: In person