To support the Transport Planning team in the effective scheduling, coordination, and optimisation of transport operations. The Trainee Transport Planner will learn to plan vehicle routes, manage delivery schedules, monitor driver performance, and ensure compliance with company policies and transport legislation.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
Assist in the day-to-day planning and coordination of vehicle routes and delivery schedules.
Support the allocation of drivers and vehicles to ensure timely and cost effective deliveries.
Learn to use transport management systems (TMS) and routing software to optimise operations.
Monitor vehicle locations, delivery progress, and driver hours in line with legal and company requirements.
Communicate effectively with drivers, warehouse staff, and customers to resolve scheduling issues or delays.
Undertake on-the-job training and shadow experienced planners to develop planning and analytical skills.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the transport department
Essential qualifications
GCSE English (Grade 4) essential
GCSE Maths (Grade 4) essential
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team workin
