HGV Driver

BP McKeefry Ltd; Maghera; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Northern Ireland is seeking Full Time HGV drivers to deliver bulk liquid and powder products from Swatragh. Candidates should hold a Full HGV Class I license and Driver CPC, with at least 6 months driving experience. Excellent pay and benefits, with full training provided for the right candidates. The role may require nights out and offers a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Industry-leading rates of pay

Modern fleet

Company-funded training

Driver facilities available

Qualifications

• Full HGV Class I license ideally with no penalty points required.
• Current Driver CPC holder.
• At least 6 months of current driving experience with Class 1 HGVs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bulk liquid/powder products on time and in full.
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues.
• Ensure trucks are kept in excellent condition.

Skills

Driving

Good geographical knowledge

People skills

Job description

Job Description

Location: B P McKeefry Ltd, 114 Grove Road

We currently have vacancies in our operations for Full Time HGV Bulk Liquid and/or Powder drivers to be based in Swatragh.

As a driver within BP McKeefry, you will be working within a highly dynamic business and responsible for ensuring bulk liquid/powder products are delivered on time and in full. You must be motivated to provide high‑quality service to our customers, maintain good working relationships with colleagues, and achieve daily targets safely and professionally.

Over four decades we have evolved from a small family business transporting animal foodstuffs to one of the leading transport, cleaning, recycling and surveying companies in Europe. That hasn’t happened by accident. We’re still as passionate about meeting the needs of our customers as the day we started, and we control every step of the operation.

Benefits

• Industry‑leading rates of pay
• Modern well‑maintained fleet (average age of tractor unit is 2 years)
• Company‑funded external training
• In‑house modular training programme and access to dedicated driver trainers
• Driver facilities (lounge, kitchen and showers) available in the Swatragh depot

About the Role

These positions are for Full Time HGV drivers working from Swatragh on a Mon – Fri shift pattern with alternative weekend shifts if work requires. The successful candidate will possess a full HGV Class I licence ideally with no penalty points, a full ADR licence for tanks & packages (Class 1 & 7 not required) would be preferred but is NOT essential, and be a current Driver CPC holder.

Previous Tank Experience Would Be Preferred But NOT Essential.

You must have good geographical knowledge and ideally at least 6 months of current driving experience with Class 1 HGVs; full training will be given for the position. Due to the nature of the role which requires dealing with heavy goods, candidates should be physically fit.

We have a modern well‑maintained fleet; the successful candidate will be expected to keep the trucks in excellent condition inside & out.

These roles may require nights out and possible UK work for 1 or 2 weeks at a time.

Skills Needed

People, Driving

About the Company

BP McKeefry Ltd. was established in 1976 and now has over 40 years of 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 Culture

At BP McKeefry Ltd. we are committed to providing our customers with the highest levels of customer service. We 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 and making a positive difference to the community we serve. We aim to make BP McKeefry Ltd. a great place to work.

Required Criteria

• Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
• Good geographical knowledge
• Current CPC holder

Desired Criteria

• ADR licence
• Previous tank experience

Closing Date

Friday 14th November, 2025

Contract Type

Fulltime

Salary

Based on Experience