Transport Planner - Night Shift

My client is a sucessful haulage buiness who are now looking to recruit a Night Shift Transport Suppervisor. The Night Transport Supervisor will oversee efficient and cost-effective transport operations for the delivery networks, ensuring that all hygiene, quality, and performance standards are consistently met while promoting and maintaining safe working practices. Duties and Responsibilities: Operational: * Plan and schedule vehicle routes and driver assignments to optimize cost-effectiveness while meeting operational deadlines. * Communicate clear and timely operational updates to drivers. * Input and update data accurately within the Traffic Management System, ensuring all required fields are complete. * Monitor and track the location of trailers and trucks effectively. * Verify driver paperwork for accuracy and ensure it is appropriately forwarded to relevant departments. * Continuously evaluate operations to identify and implement efficiency improvements. * Manage drivers on a day-to-day basis, maintaining oversight of performance and conduct. * Provide training and skill development opportunities to meet operational needs and enhance team efficiency. * Foster a motivated and enthusiastic team environment. * Offer out-of-hours support to drivers and team members when required. * Operate relevant systems, including Palletways and UPN portals. * Ensure adherence to all company internal processes and procedures. * Hold and maintain valid counterbalane forklift and scissor lift licenses. Compliance / Legislative: * Ensure vehicles are not overloaded and comply with weight regulations. * Adhere to all Health and Safety legislation, including SWP, Risk Assessments, Near Miss reporting, and LOLER/RIDDOR regulations. * Maintain compliance with all aspects of fleet regulations. Measurement / Reporting: * Prepare and submit operational activity reports as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Proficiency in IT, including Excel and Word. * Strong self-motivation and the ability to work independently. * Team-oriented with the capability to inspire confidence and drive in others. * Ability to manage and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. * Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. * Capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management and drivers. * Flexibility and adaptability to manage and respond to unexpected challenges. Credentials, Qualifications, and Experience: * General transport operations knowledge. * Advanced PC literacy, including familiarity with network portals, alongside the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems. Working hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday 9pm – 7am Schedule: • 10 hour shift • Monday to Friday • Night shift