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Smart Solutions (Recruitment) Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Armed Forces Covenant

Job summary

Smart Solutions (Recruitment) Limited is seeking a reliable Weighbridge Operator to join a busy waste and recycling site in the NP11 area near Newport. You will operate the weighbridge, accurately recording waste movements and assisting with the safe and efficient flow of vehicles around the site.

You will also check and record vehicle and waste information, direct drivers to loading areas, and carry out related administrative duties while adhering to Health & Safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience operating weighbridge systems and recording weights accurately.
• Strong record-keeping and administrative skills.
• Ability to direct drivers and manage vehicle movements safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate the weighbridge system to record weights for incoming/outgoing waste vehicles.
• Record and verify waste movements in the site management system.
• Direct drivers to loading/unloading areas and maintain safe traffic flow.
• Communicate clearly with drivers, operatives and management.
• Complete required paperwork and administrative duties.
• Follow all site Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Weighbridge operation

Record keeping

Traffic flow management

Health & Safety

Tools

Weighbridge software

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and organised Weighbridge Operator to join a busy waste and recycling site in the NP11 area.

This role will involve operating the site weighbridge, accurately recording waste movements and assisting with the safe and efficient flow of vehicles around the site.

Duties will include:

• Operating the weighbridge system to accurately record the weight of incoming and outgoing waste vehicles
• Ensuring all waste movements are recorded correctly within the site management system
• Checking and recording relevant vehicle and waste information
• Directing drivers to the appropriate loading or unloading areas
• Maintaining a safe and efficient flow of traffic around the site
• Communicating clearly with drivers, site operatives and management
• Reporting any discrepancies or issues with loads or weighbridge records
• Completing relevant paperwork and administrative duties
• Answering queries from drivers and visitors
• Following all site Health & Safety procedures
• Keeping the weighbridge office clean and organised
• Carrying out other reasonable duties as required

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.