Night Traffic Planner - Longtown, United Kingdom - Wm Armstrong Group

Wm Armstrong Group

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Longtown, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:

Night Traffic Planner

Location
Longtown, Preston, Uddingston (Glasgow), Hybrid will also be considered.

Reports to:

Nightshift Operations 1st Line Manager

About The Company:

The Wm Armstrong's Group is a well-established company with a strong presence in the North of England, Cumbria, Scottish Borders and Central Belt of Scotland.

Our company ethos is all about placing our customers and colleagues at the heart of everything we do, and this has allowed the business to flourish over many years.

We are well respected in the markets in which we operate, with an existing loyal customer base due to our passion for our customers.

We have a well
- diversified business portfolio operating in a number of market sectors and are a company in robust financial health. Due to recent Board decisions and changes we are embarking on a phase of significant growth over the next 3-5 years and are looking for enthusiastic and committed people to join us on our journey.

The Role:

To efficiently plan ensuring the most efficient use of vehicles and drivers whilst taking account of the relevant legislation. All related information must be accurately recorded onto company and other IT systems.

Remuneration & Hours:

Monday night to Saturday morning, 45 hours per week.
28 days holiday entitlement, including bank holidays.
Pension Scheme.
Medicash Health Scheme.
Salary up to £30k dependant on experience.

Staff Responsibilities:

No direct responsibilities

Contacts:

Managers, Colleagues, Customers,

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for ensuring efficient utilisation of vehicles, drivers and other resources while taking account of WTR and Drivers Hours Rules, vehicle weights and dimension and the Road Traffic Act.
Work with night 1st Line manager as required throughout shift, flag any issues that need escalated.
Liaise with Longtown depot throughout the night as required.
Communicate with night drivers as required.
Work with colleagues to monitor / push trunking operation through hub and deal with any issues that arise.
Monitor & Update relevant systems throughout night.
Complete relevant traffic reports through night.
Work with other WMA departments, Palletforce Members and Network.
Promote good practice.
Report any accidents / incidents to 1st Line Manager
You must comply with and promote all health and safety rules and regulations regarding the health and safety of yourself and others who may be affected by your acts or omissions.
Promote Wm. Armstrong in line with current company values, beliefs and branding.
Undertake such other duties that are required from time to time commensurate with this position.

Skills/Knowledge

Previous experience in high volume traffic planning is essential
Good geographical knowledge of G / ML postcode area
Previous Pallet Network experience advantageous
Ability to work to deadlines
Ability to work under pressure
Proficient in Microsoft packages
Good administration skills, with high attention to detail
Good IT skills
Good communication skills, both verbal and written

Application Closing Date: 24 February 2023.
HR Department

Wm Armstrong Ltd

Townfoot

Longtown

CA6 5LY

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

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