Transport Planner (Weekends - FRI, SAT, SUN, MON)

Job description

Job DescriptionLocation: B P McKeefry Ltd, 114 Grove Road

BP McKeefry Ltd. Wishes to appoint a Transport Planner at our Swatragh Depot, on a permanent basis (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday shift pattern).

B.P. McKeefry Depots are strategically located in Northern Ireland (Head Office), Liverpool, Heysham, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Dublin, offering a wide range of specialist transport services to the food, industrial and waste industries.

At B. P. McKeefry, we regard our employees as our single biggest asset, as without enthusiastic, intelligent, and committed individuals, it would be impossible to maintain exceptional service levels to our customers. Due to continued controlled growth in our operations, we wish to appoint a Transport Planner at our Swatragh Depot on a permanent basis.

Qualifications / Requirements

Strong IT skills: Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook

Good written and oral communication skills

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work well as part of a team or individually, often in a busy working environment, and establish effective working relationships at all levels of the business

Full driving licence

A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role is an advantage, however, not essential as full training will be provided

Successful candidates will be offered:

Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.

A shift pattern that facilitates rest days 40% of the year, plus an additional 23.5 days of annual leave including statutory bank holidays

Company pension & private healthcare scheme

Modern office space (inc. Employee gym)

Access to cutting-edge IT systems & hardware

About The RoleDuties and ResponsibilitiesDutiesReporting to the Transport Manager, the Transport Planner will be primarily involved in the routing of vehicles throughout the UK, Ireland, and Europe. The Transport Planner must be enthusiastic and fully committed, a good team player and have exceptional organisational ability. Other duties may include:

Communicating with internal/external customers on a regular basis to determine and meet their requirements

Supporting drivers & issuing instructions

Liaising with key suppliers including shipping companies, maintenance facilities, and tank cleaning stations

Scheduling the cleaning of tankers at tank wash stations

Administrative tasks associated with UK & EU customs declarations

Inputting, reviewing, and verifying information within a bespoke transport information management system (TIMS)

Working under your own initiative and meeting deadlines

Working a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday shift pattern (07:00 – 18:00)

Being on-call Friday, Saturday and Sunday 18:00 – 07:00 in the event of an emergency or significant incident/issue

Skills NeededManagerial / Operational, People

About The CompanyBP McKeefry Ltd. Was established in 1976 and now has over 40 years experience in the transport industry, handling a wide range of bulk liquid, dry waste and powder products. BP McKeefry Ltd. Has a modern fleet of over 100 tractor units and over 250 road tankers/ tank containers & trailers which operate throughout the UK, Republic of Ireland and Europe offering transport solutions and associated services to the following industries:

Foodstuffs

Industrial products

Chemicals & waste

Powder (Industrial & Foodstuffs)

Utilities

Construction

Company CultureAt BP McKeefry Ltd. We are committed to providing our customers with the highest levels of customer service. BP McKeefry Ltd. Will endeavour to achieve this through: Effective leadership of well trained and motivated staff. A strong commitment to Health & Safety for everyone. Respect for our environment. Making a positive difference to the community we serve. Making BP McKeefry Ltd. A great place to work.

Required Criteria

Must be legally entitled to work in the UK

Desired CriteriaClosing Date Friday 17th April, 2026

Contract Type fulltime

Salary Based on Experience

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Maghera

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English