Right Now Group are recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join a leading international logistics organisation based in Hayes, Heathrow.
This is a busy 24/7 airline transport operation, coordinating vehicles between the company's facility and airline handling sheds across Heathrow Airport.
Working predominantly across the Airline Transport Fleet (ATF), you'll plan vehicles delivering export cargo into Heathrow and collecting import freight from airline and cargo handling facilities.
Key Responsibilities of a Transport Planner
- Plan daily airline transport movements across Heathrow Airport.
- Allocate vehicles and drivers for export deliveries and import collections.
- Manage and monitor the Airline Transport Fleet (ATF) throughout the shift.
- Ensure vehicles reach airline sheds and cargo facilities within required timescales.
- Monitor live movements and respond to delays or urgent requirements.
- Prioritise export freight to achieve airline cut-off times.
- Coordinate import collections once cargo is available for release.
- Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams and freight operations.
- Maintain accurate transport records and system updates.
- Resolve day-to-day transport issues and provide clear shift handovers.
Skills & Experience Required for a Transport Planner
- Previous experience within Transport Planning, Airline Transport, Freight Transport or Fleet Operations.
- Airfreight, freight forwarding or airport transport experience would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of Heathrow airline sheds and cargo handling facilities would be beneficial
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Previous Airline Transport / ATF experience would be advantageous, although candidates from wider transport planning backgrounds will be considered.
Hours & Shift Pattern for a Transport Planner
4 Days On → 4 Days Off → 4 Nights On → 4 Days Off
Candidates must be comfortable working days, nights and weekends as part of the rotation.
Salary & Benefits for a Transport Planner
- £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern.
- Opportunity to join a major international logistics organisation.
- Excellent exposure to Heathrow air cargo and airline transport operations.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
Why Apply for this Transport Planner Position?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Transport Planner to join a large-scale Heathrow operation focused on the movement of airfreight between warehouses and airline handling facilities.
This position could suit candidates currently working as a Transport Planner, Airline Transport Planner, Transport Controller, Fleet Planner, Traffic Planner, Transport Coordinator or ATF Planner.
Suitable candidates will be contacted within 24 hours
