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Due to an increased workload and demand, we are currently recruiting for a Weighbridge Operative to join our team, typically covering our quarries in Low Plains, Moota, Roan Edge, Shap, and Carlisle 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 coordination for a busy framework on the strategic network.
Please be aware that the role involves shift work, including days, nights, and weekends. You should be flexible, adaptable, and 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 liaising with the site team.
3. Controlling the entry to the site of all customers, vehicles, and visitors.
4. Ensuring 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.
6. Customer Service
7. Customer liaison on any items affecting customer service, including keeping customers informed of delays.
8. Ensuring customer accounts are in order before permitting loading.
9. Coordinating asphalt plant programming and transport across multiple sites when working on the network.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Excellent communication skills, including oral communication with customers and delivery personnel.
* Organized and analytical to operate the Weighbridge computer package successfully.
* Confidence and interpersonal skills to deal with a diverse range of contacts.
* Team player and great organizer, able to think logically and critically during demanding workloads.
* Previous experience in this role is advantageous, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
* Good numeracy skills for quick and accurate data processing.
Key Attributes/Behavioural Competence
* Interpersonal skills.
* Communication skills – both written and oral.
* Organized in work duties and information recording.
* Adaptable and flexible.
* Self-motivated.
* Sets and maintains high standards of work.
* Willing to learn elements of other plant operations.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Business use van.
* Aviva pensions scheme.
* Share save scheme.
* Life assurance.
* Access to our employee benefits platform, offering discounts on various high street shops and brands.
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