Due to an increased workload and demand we are currently recruiting for a Weighbridge Operative to join the team within our, typically covering our quarries in Low Plains, Moota, Roan Edge, Shap and Carlise Asphalt Plant.
The successful candidate will effectively and efficiently carry out all duties associated with the operation and manning of the weighbridge, including transport and customer co-ordination for a busy framework on the strategic network.
Please be aware that the role will involve shift working that includes days/nights and weekends so you should be flexible and adaptable in your approach to work and be able to remain calm under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
1. Booking in and out of all vehicles on sites (multiple).
2. Directing goods inwards to correct stockpile/location and liaison with site team
3. Controlling the entry to site of all customers, vehicles and visitors
4. Ensure the general working of the weighbridge area, including the upkeep and cleanliness of equipment and workstations.
5. Following training, undertaking a variety of site inspections (Environmental and/or Health and Safety), reporting defects and issues to the site manager
Customer Service
6. Customer Liaison on any item that may affect customer service, including keeping customers aware of any delays
7. Ensure customer accounts in order before customer permitted to load
8. Asphalt Plant Programming and transport co-ordination across multiple sites when working on the network
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
9. Excellent communication skills including oral communication, especially with customers on the telephone as well as in person with delivery personnel and drivers.
10. Organised and analytical in order to successfully operate the Weighbridge computer package
11. Confidence and Interpersonal skills are important in order to deal with the diverse range of contacts.
12. Team player and great organiser who can think logically and critically during a demanding workload
13. Previous experience in this type of role would be a distinct advantage but training will be provided for the right candidate
14. Good numeracy skills are required for quick and accurate data processing.
Key Attributes/Behavioural Competence
15. Interpersonal Skills
16. Communication skills – both written and oral
17. Organised in work duties and information recording
18. Adaptable and Flexible
19. Self-Motivated
20. Sets and maintains good standards of work
21. Willingness to learn elements of other plant operations
Benefits
22. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
23. Business use van
24. Aviva pensions scheme
25. Share save scheme
26. Life Assurance
27. Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands