Weighbridge Operator
| Posting date: | 20 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £36,500 to £37,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2025 |
| Location: | WS9 9AP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | IN2-WS9-WBOP-47211 |
Summary
**Permanent Contract from day 1 with our client, offering you stability and the chance to grow your career**
Owen Payne Recruitment are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Weighbridge Operator to join our client who are a growing Waste Management company based in the Walsall Wood area.
If you have experience in Weighbridge and are looking for a new challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Hours of Work:
• 07:00 till 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
Salary:
• Starting from £35,600.00 per annum
Duties:
• Manage and operate the site’s electronic weighbridge system, directing traffic and ensuring safe and compliant operation
• Check incoming waste loads to make sure they meet site license conditions and accepted waste types
• Ensure all site users receive proper induction and instructions
• Keep accurate records of waste received, site access, and other weighbridge data as required
• Immediately report any issues or errors with the weighbridge system
• Work closely with site staff on waste checks, sampling, and related procedures
• Handle questions and maintain good relationships with customers and visitors
• Keep the weighbridge area clean, secure, and in good condition
• Report any issues with waste, safety, or site use promptly
• Provide first aid on site once trained
• Support the Waste Solutions and Finance teams with customer and waste data management
• Help with general admin tasks and customer service, including answering and directing phone calls
• Follow all company health, safety, HR, and environmental policies
Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience in a similar role, with solid knowledge of weighbridge operations
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and punctual
• Strong communication skills and a team player
• Confident using weighbridge software and related technology
• Follows safety rules and compliance standards
• Good with computers, especially Microsoft Office
• Skilled at providing great customer service, both in person and over the phone
• Able to give constructive feedback when needed
Benefits of the role:
• Pension with a competitive + Employers contribution
• Life assurance
• 22 days annual leave plus + 8 Bank holidays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Permanent role from day 1
• Free onsite parking
If interested in this opportunity, please contact Sophie at Owen Payne Recruitment on 01902 714122 or apply online today!