Universal Tanker Solutions is entering a period of exciting growth, with plans to expand our fleet and operations significantly over the next 3–5 years. As part of this journey, we’re looking for a capable and motivated Transport Planner to join our busy transport office in Coatbridge.

This is a key role in our day-to-day operations, ideal for someone with a strong understanding of logistics and customer service, who enjoys working in a fast-paced, technical environment. You’ll be involved in planning routes for our fleet, coordinating with drivers, communicating clearly with customers and helping to ensure the smooth delivery and collection of liquid loads across the UK.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Planning and scheduling fleet movements using Mandata and Microsoft Excel

Coordinating liquid load deliveries, factoring in route efficiency, compliance, and customer requirements

Liaising with drivers and customers to ensure clear communication and timely deliveries

Supporting the wider transport team and reporting to the Operations Manager

Maintaining accurate records and assisting with operational improvements

What You’ll Bring:

Experience in transport planning or logistics coordination

Strong working knowledge of Mandata and Excel

Good geographical knowledge of the UK

Excellent communication and organisational skills

A full UK driving licence

Ability to pass a DBS check

What We Offer:

Competitive starting salary of £29,700

Opportunities for career progression as the business grows

Access to ongoing training and professional development to support your growth within the company

Company pension scheme

continuous professional and personal development

Free on-site parking

Regular company events and a referral programme

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Office-based role at our Coatbridge depot

If you’re ready to take the next step in your transport career and want to be part of a business that’s investing in its future and yours we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme

Application question(s):

do you have any pending or unspent convictions? if so, please state

Experience:

transport planner: 1 year (preferred)
Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Pay: From £29,700.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme

Application question(s):

we may require you to pass a disclosure Scotland check, do you have any pending or unspent convictions?

Work Location: In person

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