Requirements
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in planning UK domestic trips and possess strong knowledge of transport compliance and regulations. Proficiency in transport planning systems, telematics, and Microsoft Office is required, along with GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above.
Job Description
What You Can Expect:
At Rhenus, every role makes a difference, and our UK Transport Customer Solutions Operators are no exception. Acting as the link between our drivers, customers and operational teams, you'll play a vital role in delivering reliable service while keeping safety, efficiency and compliance at the forefront. If you enjoy taking ownership, solving problems and making a positive impact every day, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow and succeed with us.
You Make Things Happen
At Rhenus, we believe everyone plays a crucial role. Whether you’re driving a truck, managing inventory or handling customer enquiries, your actions drive our success. We value practical solutions and quick decisions, empowering you to take ownership and make a difference.
Recognised as a Top Employer, and united by a common goal, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that encourages entrepreneurial spirit and continued growth and excellence.
The future isn’t just built by the company – it’s shaped by each of us, working together. Join our Rhenus community to make an impact and grow alongside a team of passionate people who are dedicated to making a difference.
#empoweredbyyou
Main duties: to include, but not limited to:
- Create efficient daily and weekly transport plans for company vehicles and subcontractors
- Allocate drivers, vehicles, and routes in line with customer requirements and operational constraints
- Monitor live progress and adjust plans proactively to manage delays, breakdowns, or
- customer changes
- Ensure optimal vehicle fill, route efficiency, and cost control
- Act as the main point of contact for drivers during shifts
- Communicate clear instructions, updates, and expectations
- Liaise with warehouse, customer service, and external partners to ensure smooth loading and
- delivery
- Ensure all plans comply with UK Working Time Directive, and O‑Licence requirements
- Monitor driver infringements and support corrective actions
- Maintain accurate records for audits and internal reporting
- Support the Transport Manager with incident reporting and investigations
- Provide timely updates to customers on delivery status, delays, or issues
- Build strong working relationships with key customer contacts
- Ensure service levels are met and exceeded wherever possible
- Use TMS/telematics systems to plan, track, and update transport activity
- Maintain accurate data for KPI reporting (OTIF, utilisation, empty running, etc.)
- Support cost control through efficient planning and reduction of waste
What You Bring:
Key Competencies
- Experience in transport planning within UK road freight
- Strong knowledge of Drivers’ Hours, WTD, and general transport compliance
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick, informed decisions
- Excellent communication skills with drivers, customers, and internal teams
- Competent with transport planning systems, telematics, and Microsoft Office
- Strong geographical knowledge of the UK road network
- Experience with pallet networks, groupage, full loads, or multi‑drop operations
- Calm, organised, and solutions‑focused
- Confident decision‑maker with strong attention to detail
- Fair, consistent, and able to build trust with drivers
- Commercially aware and cost‑conscious
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities
Skills and Experience
- Advanced Excel skills
- Good communication skills
- Min 1 year experience in planning UK domestic trips
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English Grade 4 and above (or equivalent)