At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate the weighbridge, manage vehicle flow, and ensure compliance with waste regulations.
- Company: Join a busy waste and recycling site in St Albans with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Earn £13.10 per hour with full training and potential for permanent employment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for career development and support for Armed Forces community.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing business and make a difference in waste management.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in a team.
The predicted salary is between 13.1 - 13.1 £ per hour.
- Weighbridge Operator
- Location: St Albans, AL4
Pay: £13.10 per hour - Job
- Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm
- Hours: Monday to Friday, primarily 08:30 – 17:00
Early - Shift
- Cover: 05:45 – 14:15 when required following full training
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and organised Weighbridge Operator to join a busy waste and recycling site in St Albans.
This is a varied role combining weighbridge operation, administration and customer service.
The position may develop as the business continues to grow, so we are looking for someone who is adaptable, confident working independently and equally comfortable working as part of a team.
Duties will include
- Operating the weighbridge efficiently while maintaining a safe and steady flow of vehicles on and off site
- Checking incoming loads and ensuring they comply with the site's permitted waste types
- Accurately recording vehicle weights, waste types and other relevant information
- Completing weighbridge documentation and obtaining driver signatures
- Checking vehicles have the correct paperwork and EWC codes
- Reporting contaminated or non-conforming waste to the appropriate Manager
- Reporting any weighbridge system errors or discrepancies
- Preparing and checking paperwork for onward movements from site
- Signing drivers, contractors, customers and visitors in and out of the site
- Issuing site rules and ensuring visitors follow site procedures
- Responding to customer and driver queries
- Answering incoming telephone calls and directing calls appropriately
- Dealing with incoming and outgoing emails
- Greeting and assisting visitors
- Supporting the Weighbridge Manager with general administration
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and hazard-free weighbridge office
- Following all Health & Safety, HR and Environmental policies and procedures
- Carrying out other reasonable duties as required
Required Skills and Experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Confident working independently and using own initiative
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Computer literate and confident using standard office systems
- Comfortable using office equipment including printers, scanners and photocopiers
- Professional telephone manner
- Good understanding of Health & Safety practices
- Previous administration or customer service experience
Previous experience working within a weighbridge, waste and recycling environment or busy industrial site would be an advantage, although full training will be provided.
- Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 08:30 – 17:00
Once fully trained, candidates must be able to cover the opening weighbridge shift when required:
05:45 – 14:15
Pay: £13.10 per hour
Location: St Albans, AL4
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract: Temp to Perm
Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant.
We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.
Eligible Armed Forces candidates meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.
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- Work Location: In person
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Weighbridge Operative employer: Smart Solutions
Smart Solutions in Barnstaple is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and dedication. With a focus on employee growth, we provide training opportunities and a stable weekday schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. Join us to be part of a meaningful recycling initiative that contributes positively to the community.
