Job description
Transport Planner Department: Woodside Motorfreight Responsible to: Operations Director Location: Ballynure Rate of pay: Competitive, depending on experience Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Hours of work: 8am - 6pm
Job Summary: Woodside Motorfreight is one of the leading finished vehicle distribution companies in the UK and Ireland. An opportunity has arisen to join the experienced Traffic team based at the Ballynure HQ. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work well under pressure and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail. Working hours are 8am-6pm on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
Duties include (but not limited to): Full involvement in the planning & co-ordination of a large fleet of car transporters and drivers, distributing cars, vans, and HGVs throughout the U.K. and Ireland. Co-ordination and management of drivers while ensuring compliance with Road Traffic and Working Time laws. Booking shipping space utilizing the most cost and time-effective routes available on the Irish Sea. Ensuring fleet is available for planned servicing and maintenance. Ensuring strict customer KPIs are achieved. Keeping Customer Services staff updated on changes and delays. Communication with Directors on a daily basis. The successful candidate will participate in out-of-hours mobile telephone cover whilst on shift.
Essential Criteria: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in a fast-paced and dynamic office environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to ensure seamless teamwork and coordination. Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Adaptability and resilience under pressure, with the ability to prioritize workload in response to changing demands. Proactive approach to problem-solving and contributing to team success. Competent in the use of computers and standard office software, with the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies.
Desirable Criteria: Experience in a Transport / Haulage business traffic office.
Benefits: Competitive salary negotiable and dependent on experience. Fully funded health plan with Healthshield. Long service recognition. Cycle to work scheme. Award-winning, state-of-the-art office facilities. Learning and Development hub with access to a full suite of iHASCO training programmes. Employee recognition scheme. Opportunities for personal development.
Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments: Woodside Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. Our aim is to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each employee will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it's an essential part of our culture. We expect all of our employees to treat each other equally, honestly, and with respect. We want our employees to trust that their differences are respected and valued so they can genuinely be themselves at work.
Please note the company operates pre-employment drug screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drug screening test. #NIJobs
Closing date:
16/01/2025
Location:
Ballynure
Hours per week:
40
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
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Transport Planner Department: Woodside Motorfreight Responsible to: Operations Director Location: Ballynure Rate of pay: Competitive, depending on experience Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Hours of work: 8am - 6pm
Job Summary: Woodside Motorfreight is one of the leading finished vehicle distribution companies in the UK and Ireland. An opportunity has arisen to join the experienced Traffic team based at the Ballynure HQ. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work well under pressure and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail. Working hours are 8am-6pm on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
Duties include (but not limited to): Full involvement in the planning & co-ordination of a large fleet of car transporters and drivers, distributing cars, vans, and HGVs throughout the U.K. and Ireland. Co-ordination and management of drivers while ensuring compliance with Road Traffic and Working Time laws. Booking shipping space utilizing the most cost and time-effective routes available on the Irish Sea. Ensuring fleet is available for planned servicing and maintenance. Ensuring strict customer KPIs are achieved. Keeping Customer Services staff updated on changes and delays. Communication with Directors on a daily basis. The successful candidate will participate in out-of-hours mobile telephone cover whilst on shift.
Essential Criteria: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in a fast-paced and dynamic office environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to ensure seamless teamwork and coordination. Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Adaptability and resilience under pressure, with the ability to prioritize workload in response to changing demands. Proactive approach to problem-solving and contributing to team success. Competent in the use of computers and standard office software, with the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies.
Desirable Criteria: Experience in a Transport / Haulage business traffic office.
Benefits: Competitive salary negotiable and dependent on experience. Fully funded health plan with Healthshield. Long service recognition. Cycle to work scheme. Award-winning, state-of-the-art office facilities. Learning and Development hub with access to a full suite of iHASCO training programmes. Employee recognition scheme. Opportunities for personal development.
Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments: Woodside Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. Our aim is to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each employee will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it's an essential part of our culture. We expect all of our employees to treat each other equally, honestly, and with respect. We want our employees to trust that their differences are respected and valued so they can genuinely be themselves at work.
Please note the company operates pre-employment drug screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drug screening test. #NIJobs
Closing date:
16/01/2025
Location:
Ballynure
Hours per week:
40
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
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