Banksman

Panda Ireland; Sheffield; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Panda operates a safety-focused Banksman role at our Sheffield site. You will manage yard vehicle movements, signal drivers, and work closely with weighbridge operators and site teams to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Ideal candidates communicate clearly, stay alert, and are comfortable outdoors in a busy environment. Experience in yards, recycling, or logistics is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills across yard teams and drivers.
• Confident in giving clear instructions and signals.
• Safety-conscious and observant in a busy yard.
• Able to work well in a team and independently when needed.
• Primarily outdoors in a practical operational environment.
• Experience in yard, recycling, logistics or similar roles is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Safely control vehicle movements throughout the yard.
• Give clear instructions and signals to drivers.
• Coordinate with weighbridge operators and site teams.
• Help new visitors complete required site inductions.
• Monitor compliance with operating times and traffic rules.
• Report drivers not following movement instructions.
• Ensure PPE requirements are followed.
• Keep the yard clear of hazards and debris.
• Arrange cleaning support when needed.
• Assist other site teams as required.

Connaissances

Clear communicator

Signal drivers

Safety-conscious

Team player

Independent worker

Outdoor work

Site/logistics experience

Description du poste

About The Role

We’re looking for a safety-focused Banksman to help manage vehicle movements at our Sheffield site.

As a Banksman, you’ll work closely with drivers, weighbridge operators and site teams to ensure vehicles move safely and efficiently around the yard. This is a hands-on, outdoor role suited to someone who communicates clearly, stays alert and is confident working in a busy operational environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Safely control vehicle movements throughout the yard
• Give clear instructions and signals to drivers
• Communicate with weighbridge operators and operational teams
• Ensure first-time visitors complete the required site induction
• Monitor compliance with site operating times and traffic rules
• Report drivers who fail to follow movement instructions
• Ensure PPE requirements are followed
• Keep the yard clear of debris, obstacles and potential hazards
• Arrange cleaning support when required
• Assist other site teams when needed

About You

• Have strong communication skills
• Be confident giving clear instructions to drivers
• Be safety-conscious and observant
• Work well as part of a team
• Be comfortable working independently
• Be prepared to work predominantly outdoors
• Ideally have experience in a yard, recycling, logistics or similar operational environment

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Banksman or someone with relevant site experience who wants to join a busy and supportive operational team.

About Us

We are Panda. We value waste.

We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results - knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)