Compound operates from 0600 to 2200.
We are looking for a Banksman Operative to join our team, Based in Port of Sheerness, Kent.
This is an ongoing position working for igloo staffing solutions business operating throughout the
As the banksman you will play a crucial role in ensuring the flow and organization of the automotive compound, traffic management and lane control.
The role is divided into the following main areas of responsibility:
1. Making sure the health and safety of entrance and access points are of a high standard
2. Guiding vehicles to their designated areas
3. Advising drivers where to park and unload vehicles
4. Manage the traffic flow to avoid excess queue
5. Co-ordination of clearing lanes in order
6. Co-ordination of clearing anomaly vehicles Flat Tyres, Fuel, Large Vans etc.
7. Outbound lane queries – driver damage liaison
8. Highlight offloaded vehicles and blocked lanes
9. Using hand signals to direct vehicles
10. Liaising with security
11. Ensuring a professional and courteous approach is always adhered to.
12. Communicating with both Car Transporter drivers, D&C Driver and compound drivers
13. Reporting to the Igloo Compound Supervisors and Manager daily
14. Reporting of driver non-compliance
15. Providing out of hours guidance and direction to support appropriate behaviour and collecting/unloading standards when no coverage available.
16. This will be working outside in all weathers, so ensure that you are addressed appropriate for the weather,
The ideal candidate
17. Would have previous experience in a similar role
18. Will be confident in giving drivers instructions and can provide clear verbal instructions to teams
19. Will be a good problem solver and logically thinking
20. Will be self-motivated
21. Will hold a full Cat B license, and have experience driving Manual, automatic, and semi-automatic vehicles