Traffic Controller / Banksman

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.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for AMCO, please click apply to be redirected to our website and complete your application