Weighbridge Assistant

A Weighbridge Assistant is responsible for operating the computerised weighbridge to accurately record the weights and types of vehicles and materials entering and leaving a site, maintaining associated documentation, liaising with drivers and staff, and ensuring compliance with site rules and regulations. Key duties include data entry, processing paperwork like waste transfer notes and responding to inquiries. This role is key to ensuring efficient operations, accurate record-keeping, and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the Weighbridge: Use a computerised system to weigh vehicles and record data accurately. Check incoming loads, ensuring compliance with site licence and permitted waste types. Accurately record weights & waste type by vehicle, completing appropriate documentation and collect driver signatures. Direct waste deliveries to the correct site location for tipping.
• Documentation & Record Keeping: Prepare, process, and file documents, such as waste transfer notes and consignment notes. Ensure that vehicles delivering to site have the correct paperwork and EWC codes.
• Compliance: Ensure vehicles comply with regulations. Ensure necessary paperwork is completed. Ensure weighbridge customers are aware of site rules and distribute information and guidance accordingly.
• Communication: Act as a point of contact for drivers, customers, and site staff, responding to queries and providing information.
• Administrative Tasks: Handle general administration, including taking card payments, managing emails, and answering phones.

Qualifications / Experience

• Experience in a similar role, preferably in waste management would be beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to work to a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management & IT skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Problem-solving skills for handling unexpected situations.

Location & Employment Details

• Based at our Wormingford, Colchester headquarters.
• Full-time, permanent position. Monday to Friday – 47.5 hours per week.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

Note: Responsibilities are subject to change in line with business needs. Flexibility and holiday cover for other roles in the transport department may be required.

Pay: £31,400.00 per year

Work Location: In person