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Opportunity:Transport Planner
Contract:Permanent * Full time
Location:Belfast
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Opportunity: Transport Planner
Contract: Permanent
Location: Belfast
Hours: 45
Balloo Hire Centres is a leading provider of tool, plant and welfare equipment hire for businesses and DIY needs in Northern Ireland. Balloo Hire Centres are part of The Briggs Equipment Group and therefore can offer a local solution with corporate level support.
We have a new opportunity for a Transport Planner to join our transport team in Belfast.
In This Role You Will
Optimise transport routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Allocate vehicles, drivers, and equipment to ensure smooth delivery operations. Create and manage delivery schedules that meet customer and inventory requirements. Anticipate risks such as weather or road disruptions and implement contingency plans. Maintain full compliance with transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies. Communicate clearly with drivers, suppliers, and internal teams on schedules and changes. Monitor KPIs to assess delivery performance, utilisation, and cost efficiency. Minimise waste and inefficiency, regularly challenging existing practices to ensure effectiveness.
What Will Help You To Excel In This Role
Experience working in a fast‑paced office environment in a planning or administrative role Knowledge of Driver Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive Background in transport, logistics, or operations (desirable) Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Confident using IT systems
What You Can Expect From Us
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6% HSF Health plan scheme Future development and career opportunities Profitshare bonus based on business performance
What’s Next
If you are interested in joining us at Balloo Hire Centres, then please click on the apply now button and a member of the team will be in touch.
Not sure if this is the right role for you? Please feel free to visit the careers page on our website and send us your CV speculatively for a member of the team to review.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the interview process, then please contact a member of the Recruitment Team, and inform them prior to attending so we can ensure these are met.
Apply Online
Not the right fit? Search for Transport Planner jobs in Stone Mills, Ontario, Canada
About Balloo Hire Centres
Balloo Hire Centres was established in 1987 and is one of Ireland’s leading specialist plant, tool and equipment hire providers to numerous sectors throughout Ireland with our nationwide delivery.
Over the last 3 decades, Balloo Hire has grown with depots in Belfast, Bangor, Lisburn, Ballyclare, Glenavy, Omagh and Dungannon. We invest in new machines and plant, so you know you can get the job done with reliable modern equipment. Balloo Hire can satisfy all our customer’s needs, whether you are a large trade client or a DIY customer, Balloo Hire will have all the tools and equipment you need to get the job done.
Quality and value is at the heart of everything we do. Any job big or small, our team of trained, dedicated customer focused experts can provide you with sound professional knowledge and advice.
Balloo Hire also offers a range of services such as a fully integrated fleet management service, event hire, training, 24-hour support, nationwide delivery, flexibility, various hire options and specialist knowledge all to suit your needs.
We passionately believe that our people, our products and our service can make a real difference to your business. We are 100% committed to continue to give you a first class service so why not call us today on our Freephone number 0800 1 970 970 and see how Balloo Hire can help you.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Opportunity:Transport Planner
Contract:Permanent * Full time
Location:Belfast
Apply Online
Opportunity: Transport Planner
Contract: Permanent
Location: Belfast
Hours: 45
Balloo Hire Centres is a leading provider of tool, plant and welfare equipment hire for businesses and DIY needs in Northern Ireland. Balloo Hire Centres are part of The Briggs Equipment Group and therefore can offer a local solution with corporate level support.
We have a new opportunity for a Transport Planner to join our transport team in Belfast.
In This Role You Will
Optimise transport routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Allocate vehicles, drivers, and equipment to ensure smooth delivery operations. Create and manage delivery schedules that meet customer and inventory requirements. Anticipate risks such as weather or road disruptions and implement contingency plans. Maintain full compliance with transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies. Communicate clearly with drivers, suppliers, and internal teams on schedules and changes. Monitor KPIs to assess delivery performance, utilisation, and cost efficiency. Minimise waste and inefficiency, regularly challenging existing practices to ensure effectiveness.
What Will Help You To Excel In This Role
Experience working in a fast‑paced office environment in a planning or administrative role Knowledge of Driver Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive Background in transport, logistics, or operations (desirable) Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Confident using IT systems
What You Can Expect From Us
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6% HSF Health plan scheme Future development and career opportunities Profitshare bonus based on business performance
What’s Next
If you are interested in joining us at Balloo Hire Centres, then please click on the apply now button and a member of the team will be in touch.
Not sure if this is the right role for you? Please feel free to visit the careers page on our website and send us your CV speculatively for a member of the team to review.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the interview process, then please contact a member of the Recruitment Team, and inform them prior to attending so we can ensure these are met.
Apply Online
Not the right fit? Search for Transport Planner jobs in Stone Mills, Ontario, Canada
About Balloo Hire Centres
Balloo Hire Centres was established in 1987 and is one of Ireland’s leading specialist plant, tool and equipment hire providers to numerous sectors throughout Ireland with our nationwide delivery.
Over the last 3 decades, Balloo Hire has grown with depots in Belfast, Bangor, Lisburn, Ballyclare, Glenavy, Omagh and Dungannon. We invest in new machines and plant, so you know you can get the job done with reliable modern equipment. Balloo Hire can satisfy all our customer’s needs, whether you are a large trade client or a DIY customer, Balloo Hire will have all the tools and equipment you need to get the job done.
Quality and value is at the heart of everything we do. Any job big or small, our team of trained, dedicated customer focused experts can provide you with sound professional knowledge and advice.
Balloo Hire also offers a range of services such as a fully integrated fleet management service, event hire, training, 24-hour support, nationwide delivery, flexibility, various hire options and specialist knowledge all to suit your needs.
We passionately believe that our people, our products and our service can make a real difference to your business. We are 100% committed to continue to give you a first class service so why not call us today on our Freephone number 0800 1 970 970 and see how Balloo Hire can help you.