At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate the weighbridge, ensuring smooth operations and compliance at our Staffordshire facility.
- Company: Join Veolia, a leader in environmental solutions with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, discounts, health resources, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on safety, compliance, and community support.
- Why this job: Be the first point of contact, making a real impact on site operations and customer service.
- Qualifications: Strong IT skills and attention to detail; previous experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Grade: 4.1
Hours: 40 hours per week, working on a staggered days shift pattern that includes weekends and Public Holidays
Location: Veolia Staffordshire ERF, Enterprise Drive, Four Ashes, Staffordshire, WV10 7DF
What we can offer you:
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Access to our company/people's pension scheme
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
- One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing:
- Operate the weighbridge/gatehouse function at Veolia's Four Ashes (Staffordshire) Energy Recovery Facility, ensuring the weighbridge runs smoothly during a staggered-days shift pattern across 40 hours per week, including weekends and Public Holidays.
- Act as the first point of contact for customers and drivers, providing a professional, helpful service and ensuring all visitors understand and follow site rules, distributing guidance and information as required.
- Protect site compliance by checking every incoming load against the site licence and permitted waste types, ensuring only approved materials are accepted and escalating/handling non-compliances appropriately.
- Confirm all vehicles arriving on site have the correct paperwork and EWC codes before acceptance, and make sure records are complete and accurate.
- Accurately weigh vehicles/loads, record weights and waste type by vehicle, complete all associated documentation, and obtain driver signatures in line with site procedures.
- Maintain high standards of administration and data quality, supporting wider office tasks, answering the telephone, handling queries and directing calls to the right teams.
What we're looking for:
- Strong technical aptitude and confidence working with IT systems (essential), with PC literacy and the accuracy needed for high-volume data entry and compliant documentation.
- Previous weighbridge/gatehouse experience is desirable but not essential; training can be provided for the right person.
- Comfortable using business applications; experience with Elemos, Workday and Google applications is preferred.
- Clear communication and customer service skills, able to deal professionally with drivers and customers while remaining firm on site rules and compliance requirements.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail, able to prioritise simultaneous tasks and maintain accuracy under time pressure.
- Self-motivated and reliable, able to work with minimal supervision and stay focused on meeting operational objectives.
- A strong commitment to working safely and compliantly, following Health, Safety, HR and Environmental procedures and supporting the site in meeting legal and regulatory obligations.
We’re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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At Veolia, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. Our Staffordshire location provides a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful work while enjoying generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, access to a virtual GP, and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Join us to be part of a diverse team committed to compliance and community support, where your contributions truly matter.