Weighbridge Clerk

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited; Barnstaple; Presencial; GBP 23.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

27 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Flexible working options

Life assurance

Descripción de la vacante

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Weighbridge Clerk at Brayford to oversee the weighbridge function and assist with transport planning. You will coordinate fleet resources and drivers, ensuring efficient and on-time deliveries while maintaining accurate records and supporting daily operations.

The role requires strong organisation and clear communication with drivers and customers across sites, contributing to smooth logistics and a proactive team environment.

Formación

• Oversee the daily weighbridge function and coordinate transport activity.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records relating to resources and deliveries.
• Support efficient, on-time deliveries across sites and depots.

Responsabilidades

• Processing vehicles and resources on a daily basis.
• Coordinating fleet and driver resources to ensure cost-efficiency.
• Working with customers, drivers and other departments to ensure deliveries run smoothly.
• Maintaining centralised transport plans and required records.

Conocimientos

Organisational skills

Communication

Coordination

Attention to detail

Driver liaison

Descripción del empleo

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Weighbridge Clerk – Location: Brayford. Salary: Competitive. Reporting to: Unit Manager. If you’re organised, comfortable coordinating a busy day and enjoy working with drivers, customers and colleagues to keep operations moving, this could be a great opportunity to join our team at Brayford. As Weighbridge Clerk, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the weighbridge and transport activities, helping ensure vehicles, drivers and resources are coordinated efficiently.

About the role

You’ll oversee the daily weighbridge function while supporting the coordination of transport plans. You’ll manage available fleet and driver resources across the sites and depots within your area, ensuring they are used efficiently and cost-effectively. Communication will be central to the role. You’ll work closely with customers, drivers, maintenance teams, works and central planning colleagues to help deliveries run smoothly and on time.

What you’ll be doing

• Processing vehicles and resources on a daily basis.
• Coordinating fleet and driver resources to ensure they are used efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Working closely with customers, drivers and other departments to support efficient, on-time deliveries.
• Maintaining accurate database records relating to resource requirements.
• Ensuring the centralised transport plan is fulfilled.
• Making sure drivers follow the instructions and procedures detailed in the driver’s folder.
• Supporting the day-to-day management of drivers.
• Liaising with maintenance facilities, works and central planning offices.
• Maintaining good industrial relations, including supporting disciplinary procedures and actions where required.
• Ensuring company vehicles are kept clean inside and out.
• Carrying out required site inductions.
• Following all relevant IMS procedures relating to your work activities.
• Ensuring customer complaints are recorded and investigated.
• Ensuring drivers’ tachographs are analysed.

What we’re looking for

This role would suit someone who can stay organised while managing different priorities throughout the working day. You’ll need to communicate effectively with drivers, customers and colleagues across different departments, while maintaining accurate records and keeping transport activity running efficiently.

Why Join us

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold)
• Disability Confident
• 5% Club (Platinum)
• Mates in Mind
• Clear Assured
• STEM Ambassador
• MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. We understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.

We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.

Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.