Traffic Controller / Banksman in Redditch)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

AMCO is seeking a Traffic Controller / Banksman in Redditch to support the safe operation of the Transport department. You will coordinate on-site traffic, direct vehicle movements and work closely with drivers and the transport team.

The role requires Banksman training and regular involvement with compliance and KPI tracking across the transport operation.

Qualifications

• Banksman/Traffic Controller role requirements: on-site coordination and vehicle movement.
• Directing HGVs and plant machinery with safe reversing procedures.
• Liaising with drivers and transport team to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, lay out and manage safe on-site traffic systems and vehicle routes.
• Direct HGVs, lorries, cranes and other plant machinery during manoeuvres.
• Ensure driver arrival and departure procedures are followed.

Tools

Webfleet

Job description

Traffic Controller / Banksman

Location: Redditch

Salary: £29,500 + 5% shift allowance

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10pm)

About AMCO

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Traffic Controller / Banksman to join AMCO's Transport department in Redditch.

AMCO is a £60m-turnover, Redditch-based global logistics specialist operating across four sites and providing supply chain solutions worldwide by road, sea, air and rail. We work across a wide range of industries, including electronics, food and industrial, with specialist expertise in automotive parts logistics and close working relationships with luxury vehicle manufacturers.

The Role

As Traffic Controller / Banksman, you will support the safe, efficient and compliant running of the Transport operation. You will work closely with drivers, customers and the wider transport team, acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day operational matters.

Traffic & Transport Operations

• Design, lay out and manage safe on-site traffic systems, including vehicle routes, speed limits and parking/loading areas.
• Direct HGVs, lorries, cranes and other plant machinery, particularly during reversing and other complex manoeuvres.
• Ensure driver arrival and departure procedures are followed.
• Monitor site entrances and exits, including vehicle gatehouse checks and auditing processes.
• Act as the first point of escalation for the Transport Office, Goods In and Warehouse.
• Support the Senior team member with the day-to-day running of the department and driver team.
• Support the running of all AMCO UK Transport contracts.
• Track transport through Webfleet and arrange agency driver cover where required.
• Provide holiday cover as needed.

Compliance, Vehicles & KPIs

• Ensure vehicles and trailers are presented on time for maintenance and servicing.
• Log and action vehicle and trailer damages and defects.
• Support the Head of Compliance to ensure staff, vehicles and trailers remain compliant.
• Maintain and update the individual training matrix with the Line Manager.
• Ensure internal, external, customer and departmental KPIs are updated weekly.
• Ensure operational issues are logged on the relevant system.

Customers, Suppliers & Administration

• Provide day-to-day customer service and keep customers updated when issues arise.
• Manage third-party suppliers on a day-to-day basis.
• Complete invoicing in a timely manner.
• Manage fuel cards and AdBlue drawdowns.
• Support departmental and company-wide projects.

Banksman training will be required.