Transport Planner/Administrator

We have been engaged to recruit a Transport Planner/Administrator on behalf of Flynn RoadFreight, based in Moate, County Westmeath. As Transport Planner/Administrator you will direct, plan and coordinate daily transport operations, ensuring legal compliance, vehicle roadworthiness, and efficient, cost-effective, multi-drop, or long-haul deliveries. Key duties include managing driver schedules, tachograph compliance, fleet maintenance and optimizing routes, preferably holding a valid International Transport Manager Certificate of Competence  

Key Responsibilities 

• Logistics & Scheduling: Plan, organize, and manage driver routes for efficient delivery, including handling international and domestic logistics.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all operations comply with Road Safety Authority (RSA) standards, including EU Tachograph Regulations, Working Time Directives, vehicle maintenance and Health & Safety Regulations.
• Fleet Management: Manage and supervise vehicle maintenance, arranging vehicle servicing and repairs and manage leasing/rental for HGV’s, Trailers, Vans and ancillary equipment operated by the company.
• Administration: Managing transport paperwork, including POD’s, compliance documents and invoicing.
• Staff Management: Supervise drivers and transport staff, including training and recruitment.
• Cost Control & Operations: Manage transport budgets, fuel usage, negotiate with suppliers, and analyse data to improve efficiency and reduce overheads.
• Business Development: assist senior management in developing new client leads.

Key Requirements 

·        CPC: While a Certificate of Professional Competence (Road Haulage) is desirable it is not mandatory if the successful candidate is willing to undertake the necessary training.

·        Experience: Proven experience in a busy, high-volume transport/logistics environment with at least 3+ years in transport planning/administration.

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of current motor vehicle regulations and Irish/Internation Road Transport law.
• Skills: Excellent communication and negotiation, ability to work under pressure, strong IT skills (TMS and Microsoft)
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm (with 1 hour for lunch) flexibility needed (some weekend cover required)

Please forward your curriculum vitae to rohanworkplacesolutions@gmail.com to reach us by close of business on Friday, April 10th 2026.