Transport Planner – Tippers

Job description

About

Transport Planner – Tippers

Location: Mitcham

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Negotiable

About Us

George Killoughery Ltd are a Construction Services company, we are a leading, fast-paced Aggregates and Waste Management provider operating a modern, versatile fleet of HGVs. Our diverse fleet includes tippers, grabs, skips, hookloaders (bins), road sweepers, and articulated vehicles. We have a reputation for quality of service in the market and work closely with a variety of contractors including most major UK Construction Contractors.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, sharp, and highly organized TRANSPORT PLANNER to take control of our daily routing and fleet scheduling. Managing a multi-category fleet of vehicles requires a dynamic planner who can think on their feet, optimize vehicle utilization, and maintain excellent driver relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Fleet Scheduling: Route and schedule a diverse 25-vehicle fleet (tippers, grabs, skips, bins, sweepers, and artics) to maximize efficiency and profitability.

• Driver Management: Act as the main point of contact for drivers, providing clear daily briefings, de-briefings, and managing live on-the-road issues.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience planning mixed HGV fleets, specifically involving tippers, skips, or bulk waste operations.

• Geographical Awareness: Excellent local and regional road network knowledge to ensure realistic and efficient routing.

• Tech-Savvy: Strong proficiency using modern Transport Management Systems and live vehicle tracking software.

• Communication Skills: A firm but fair communication style with the ability to manage driver schedules and client expectations under pressure.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

We're all about finding potential here at Killoughery, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don't tick every box, please apply. We’d like to hear from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

Email your CV to recruit@killoughery.co.uk or call 07807 640001