Transport Network Planner - Night Shift

Job Description

The Transport Network Planner will coordinate and optimise DHL’s overnight transport network, ensuring shipments move efficiently between sites and meet service commitments. Requirements typically include experience in transport planning, logistics, scheduling or a related operational environment; strong numerical and analytical skills; confidence using planning systems and Microsoft Office; and excellent communication skills. The role requires flexibility for night-shift work, attention to detail and the ability to make timely decisions under pressure. DHL will expect the successful candidate to monitor transport performance, resolve disruptions, work closely with depots, drivers and operational teams, and identify opportunities to improve cost, capacity and service quality. A practical, organised and safety-conscious approach is essential.

Company Info

DHL is a global logistics and supply-chain company operating across express delivery, freight forwarding, contract logistics and e-commerce fulfilment. As part of DHL Group, it connects businesses and consumers across international markets through air, road, ocean and warehouse networks. In the United Kingdom, DHL supports major organisations in industries such as retail, manufacturing, healthcare, technology and automotive. The company employs a large operational workforce, including transport planners, warehouse teams, drivers, engineers, customer-service specialists and supply-chain professionals. DHL places strong emphasis on safety, service reliability, sustainability, operational efficiency and employee development. Its transport planning roles are central to maintaining dependable delivery schedules, balancing capacity and responding quickly when network conditions change. Benefits may include pension contributions, annual leave, employee discounts, training and shift-related allowances, although the exact package depends on the employing DHL business unit and location.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in logistics, transport, warehousing, aviation, technology, healthcare, finance and professional services. Major employment centres include London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Glasgow and Belfast, while logistics roles are also common near airports, ports and large distribution hubs. British culture is generally polite, diverse and accustomed to international communities. Life combines busy cities with accessible countryside, historic towns and extensive public transport, although housing and commuting costs can be high in some areas. Most overseas workers need permission to work, commonly through the Skilled Worker route when the role and employer meet sponsorship requirements; eligibility depends on occupation, salary and immigration rules. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens generally need a visa unless they hold settled or pre-settled status. Applicants should confirm sponsorship, right-to-work conditions, accommodation and healthcare arrangements before relocating.