We are currently recruiting for a confident and assertive Banksman to join a busy automotive logistics operation in Minworth, near Sutton Coldfield.
The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining a safe working environment, monitoring forklift truck (FLT) operations and ensuring trailers are safely docked and authorised for unloading.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring FLT drivers to ensure safe working practices are followed at all times.
- Identifying and highlighting potential hazards, challenging unsafe behaviour where necessary.
- Ensuring FLT operations are carried out safely and preventing damage to vehicles, equipment and property.
- Directing and monitoring trailers as they reverse onto loading bays, ensuring they dock safely.
- Checking trailer documentation and load tags to ensure all codes match before authorising the trailer to be opened.
- Stopping the process immediately if documentation or load tag codes do not match and escalating any discrepancies to the relevant team.
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety throughout the operation.
The Person
We are looking for someone who is confident, assertive and able to communicate effectively with drivers and colleagues at all levels.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience in a Banksman, FLT safety, yard marshal or similar warehouse/logistics role.
- Be confident in giving clear instructions and challenging unsafe working practices.
- Have a strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
- Be observant, methodical and able to spot potential risks.
- Have good attention to detail when checking documentation and load identification codes.
- Be comfortable stopping operations and escalating issues when something is not right.
- Be reliable, punctual and able to work well within a busy team.
What We Offer
- £13.19 per hour.
- Consistent afternoon shift: 3:00pm – 11:00pm.
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Opportunity to work within a busy automotive logistics environment.
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