Trip Planner / Controller

About this role

Plan, coordinate, and control truck trips for container transportation between the seaport, dry port, and customer locations, optimising routes and ensuring on-time delivery.

What you'll be doing

• Plan daily transport schedules for container pickup and delivery
• Allocate trucks to routes based on priorities and container movement needs
• Analyse and select the most efficient routes considering traffic, road conditions, distance, and timelines
• Monitor ongoing trips for schedule adherence
• Coordinate with Dispatchers and Fleet Supervisors for trip planning
• Plan container movements between seaport and dry port yard
• Maintain detailed trip records (container numbers, truck numbers, driver assignments, timelines)
• Monitor transport performance indicators such as delivery times and trip completion rates
• Respond to breakdowns, traffic congestion, or road closures in real time
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and weight limits
• Prepare daily transport planning reports and trip summaries

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Supply Chain, or Operations Management
• Technical knowledge in route planning and fleet management
• Strong organisational and analytical skills

Nice to have

• Experience with GPS tracking and fleet management systems
• Certifications in Transport Planning or Logistics/Supply Chain Management