Lead Transport Planner - Key Appointments (UK) Ltd : Job Details

Lead Transport PlannerWe’re working on behalf of a well-established and ambitious haulage business based near Otley to recruit a Lead Transport Planner who’s ready to take the helm of a busy and ever-changing transport planning function.General Info:

• Location - Near Otley, West Yorkshire
• Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Hours: 45-hour week, Monday to Friday
• Weekend Cover: 1 in 3 weekends (Saturday morning on-site + on-call phone cover)

If you enjoy the challenge of managing a fleet, love problem-solving, and want to be part of a business that respects your time outside of work, this could be the role for you.About the Role:As Lead Transport Planner, you’ll manage the day-to-day planning of articulated vehicles and drivers, ensuring efficient operations and great service and be central to keeping things running smoothly.Key Responsibilities:

• Create and adjust driver routes to optimise time, fuel, and service delivery
• Monitor and respond to changes such as traffic delays, cancellations, and customer amendments
• Assign vehicle and driver schedules with a focus on legal compliance and commercial efficiency
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and other departments
• Support ongoing improvement and help lead a planning team through growth and development

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in transport planning
• At least 2 years in general haulage
• Experience planning 20+ vehicles
• Excellent understanding of driver hours and working time regulations
• Strong IT and planning system skills
• Calm, organised, and confident working under pressure

Is This You?

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities constantly shift
• Want to play a hands-on role in a company’s success and expansion
• Enjoy the logic and challenge of transport planning but want time for yourself too
• Appreciate a down-to-earth workplace with a bit of personality and perspective

What It’s Like to Work HereThis business is proud to be family-run and people-first. They’ve built their reputation over the last 25+ years by doing things properly — delivering high standards for customers while creating a workplace that values the wellbeing and contributions of every team member.They believe in working hard but not burning out. Planning can be unpredictable, but long days and endless weekends aren’t the norm here. You’ll be supported, listened to, and trusted to make the right decisions — and your ideas will be welcomed, not micromanaged.You’ll be joining a friendly and grounded team where humour, teamwork, and mutual respect matter just as much as getting the job done.Key Appointments UK Ltd will assess your suitability for the role based on the information contained in your CV and application. This includes skills, experience, education, and location. By applying for this role, you give consent for your CV to be processed by Key Appointments for recruitment purposes. Our full Privacy Policy is available at key-appointments.