Weighbridge Operator

Weighbridge Operator required

My client is looking for someone with previous experience of operating a weighbridge and using weighbridge software, or similar software.

You will act as a weighbridge operator at Whetstone Watse Transfer Station, operating a site’s weighbridge system, ensuring customers, visitors and contractors are aware and comply with the site’s rules and checking waste accepted complies with the site’s environmental permit.

You will weigh waste and recyclable materials in and out of the site and ensure all vehicle drivers liable to pay tipping charges are charged the correct fee, either by credit / debit card or allocated to a valid account and to deal with associated queries, including chasing any outstanding payments.

Essential Criteria: -

* GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English, BTEC National, NVQ3 or equivalent

* Experience of effective engagement with customers (verbal, phone and written) with proven good communication skills

* Experience of providing statistical information with proven good numerical skills

* Must have good organisational skills and be able to work effectively alone or as part of a team

* Good working knowledge and experience with Microsoft packages and standard IT equipment

* Experience with weighbridge software, or be able and willing to be trained in a short space of time

* Must be available for an immediate start, or a start date no later than 1st December 2026.

Duration: Until end of January 2027 but possibility it may be extended and / or that other opportunities arise.

Base: Whetstone

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 5 hours per day with finish times between 5pm and 5.30pm.

Start time will either be 12noon or 12:30pm depending on what time we are keeping the site open until.

At least 24 hours notice will be provided for changing the end time