Weighbridge Operator

4 months ago


Bristol, United Kingdom Smiths Gloucester Limited Full time

**Who are we?**

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.

**What are our core values?**

If these values align with yours you are in the right place

Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.

Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.

Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.

Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.

Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (80% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.

**Responsibilities for the job role**:
To control & coordinate waste movements on and off site so that all acceptable waste materials entering or leaving the transfer station are accurately recorded and accounted for, in line with licensing, permitting and invoicing requirements.
- Liaise with internal departments regarding their waste disposal requirements.
- Understand and be able to identify waste types being tipped at and removed from site.
- Understand use of E.W.C (European Waste Catalogue) codes and the importance of using the correct waste description.
- Ensure all customers have a valid Waste Carriers License and the details of their license is recorded on the weighbridge ticket.
- Produce weighbridge tickets and Duty of Care paperwork (Waste Transfer Note) for all waste leaving and tipping at the depot for both internal and external hauliers.
- Update the Duty of Care logs daily and required paperwork for all outbound loads.
- Completing export paperwork for metal loads.
- Completing Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes when accepting hazardous waste from customers.
- Understand yard operations and be able to advise customers on services when required.
- Liaising with Vehicle Marshals to ensure traffic is controlled from weighbridge.
- Communication via radio with yard and transfer shed personnel.
- Awareness of gross/tare/nett weights on vehicles, ensuring vehicles do not leave site overweight.
- Ensure all drivers have the correct PPE before leaving weighbridge.
- Be aware of current tipping rates for both account and non-account customers.
- Liaise with internal and external customers regarding additional charges.
- Ensure weighbridge weights are checked regularly and any irregularities are reported to Environment Compliance Manager.
- Remain vigilant of all movements in and out of the depot.
- Produce a daily summary report of number of movements (inbound and outbound) over the weighbridge.
- Produce adhoc reports as requested by management.
- Keep the site diary up to date with key information.
- Assist the Depot Manager and Administration Manager as required.

**What can we offer you?**

Life Assurance Scheme

Free on-site Parking

Corporate gym membership discount

Staff discount on skip hire

Progression opportunities

Unlimited access to mental health support

**This position is a 9 month Fixed Term Contract with the view of going permanent after this period.


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