Weighbridge Clerk

TN United Kingdom; Castle Donington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated operations manager to oversee the weighbridge function and coordinate transport plans. This role is crucial for ensuring efficient resource management and compliance with transport legislation. You will lead a team of drivers, maintain good industrial relations, and ensure effective communication across departments. The company prides itself on its commitment to employee wellbeing, offering a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowances, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about operational excellence and team management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus incentives

Pension schemes

Life assurance

27 days holiday

Agile and flexible working

Paid volunteering day

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health support

Gym discounts

Private medical cover discounts

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of transport legislation and team management.
• Excellent decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the weighbridge function and transport plans.
• Manage drivers and maintain relevant database records.

Skills

Knowledge of transport legislation

Team management

Decision-making skills

Effective communication

Flexibility and commitment

Knowledge of inert waste reception

Job description

The role involves overseeing the daily operations of the weighbridge function and coordinating transport plans.

It includes the efficient management of available resources at the sites and depots within their jurisdiction.

Key Activities

1. Processing vehicles and resources daily.
2. Maintaining relevant database records for resource requirements.
3. Satisfying the centralized transport plan.
4. Ensuring drivers follow instructions and procedures as outlined in the drivers' folder.
5. Managing drivers on a daily basis.
6. Communicating with other departments, including maintenance, works, and central planning.
7. Maintaining good industrial relations, including disciplinary procedures.
8. Keeping company vehicles clean inside and out.
9. Conducting site inductions as required.
10. Following IMS procedures related to work activities.
11. Recording and investigating customer complaints.
12. Analyzing drivers' tachographs.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge of transport legislation.
• Ability to manage a team of drivers.
• Decision-making skills with discretion.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and commitment.
• Knowledge of inert waste reception.

What's on Offer

• Employer of choice: Recognitions include Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident (Committed), 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured (Foundation), MPQC, STEM Ambassador.
• Compensation Package: Bonus incentives, pension schemes, life assurance.
• Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), agile and flexible working, holiday purchase, sabbatical.
• Family Friendly: Policies on maternity, paternity, parental leave, neonatal care, adoption, IVF, menopause.
• Social Value: Paid volunteering day, engagement with communities including LGBTQ+, women in STEM, Armed Forces.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle to work, gym discounts, free eye tests, private medical cover discounts.