Transport Planner

BP McKeefry Ltd; Maghera; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company is seeking a Transport Planner to manage vehicle routing across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT skills, be an effective communicator, and have a full driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits such as private healthcare. Full training will be provided for the right candidate, and experience is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

Company pension

Private healthcare scheme

Modern office space

Employee gym

Access to cutting-edge IT systems

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills are essential for daily tasks.
• Good communication skills are required for customer interactions.
• Organizational skills are critical for managing transport schedules.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routing vehicles throughout the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
• Communicating with customers to determine their requirements.
• Administrative tasks associated with customs declarations.

Skills

Strong IT skills: Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook

Good written and oral communication skills

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work as part of a team or individually

Full driving licence

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role

Education

Minimum B (or higher) grade in GCSE Mathematics and English (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Location: B P McKeefry Ltd, 114 Grove Road

B. P. McKeefry is a dynamic Transport Business that currently employs over 100 people and operates throughout Ireland, United Kingdom, and Europe.

B.P. McKeefry Depots are strategically located in Northern Ireland (Head Office), Liverpool, Manchester, Heysham, Basingstoke, 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 For The Role

• 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
  
  

What B. P. McKeefry Is Offering You

• £35,000 - £40,000 per annum depending on experience
• Company pension & private healthcare scheme
• Modern office space (inc. employee gym)
• Access to cutting-edge IT systems & hardware
  
  

About The Role

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Transport Planner will be responsible for the routing of vehicles throughout the UK, Ireland, and Europe.

Duties

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 Monday - Friday shift pattern (07:00 – 1530 & 0930-1800)
• Being on-call 1 week in 4 18:00 – 07:00 in the event of an emergency or significant incident/issue
  
  

Skills Needed

About The Company

BP 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 Culture

At 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

• Minimum B (or higher) grade in GCSE Mathematics and English (or equivalent)
• Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
• Full Driving Licence
  
  

Desired Criteria

Closing DateFriday 15th August, 2025

Contract Typefulltime

SalaryBased on Experience