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Salary: Up to £35,000
Location: Middlesex
Start: ASAP
Our client, who specialises in Fine Art Shipping, is looking to appoint an experienced Transport Planner for their branch in Middlesex.
About the Role
This role requires strong logistical planning skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do
As Transport Planner, a typical day will involve coordinating the movement of fine art and high-value items across the UK. You will be responsible for planning vehicle routes, scheduling collections and deliveries, coordinating drivers and technicians, and ensuring all transport activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in accordance with client requirements.
Duties Include
- Planning and scheduling daily transport operations for collections, deliveries, installations, and removals.
- Optimising vehicle routes and resource allocation to maximise efficiency and minimise costs, whilst adhering to artwork handling, security, and environmental requirements.
- Coordinating driver schedules, vehicle availability, and specialist installation teams.
- Monitoring transport activities and responding proactively to operational changes, delays, or customer requests.
- Ensuring all transport documentation is accurately prepared and maintained.
- Maintaining compliance with UK transport regulations, driver hours legislation, and company procedures.
- Tracking vehicle movements and providing regular operational updates.
- Assisting with fleet planning and maintenance scheduling.
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What You Need
- Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or fleet scheduling.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Good geographical knowledge of the UK road network.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
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About Us
Red Recruit specialise in Fine Art Shipping, Removals and Storage, Relocations and Freight / Logistics recruitment, with opportunities across all levels. Not all roles are advertised, so feel free to send us your CV in confidence or Apply directly.
Keywords / alternative titles: Transport Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator, Logistics Manager, Route Planner, Shipping Coordinator, Shipping Manager, Distribution Manager, Fleet Manager.
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