Weighbridge Clerk

The Weighbridge Administrator is often the first point of contact for drivers, contractors and visitors attending the Baling Plant site. This is an important administrative and operational role which supports the day-to-day running of the weighbridge in accordance with relevant Environmental Permits, Waste Management Licences, statutory requirements and site procedures.

The role will involve operating the weighbridge and associated computerised systems, controlling and recording vehicle movements, checking and processing waste documentation, maintaining accurate records, handling cash and card payments where required, and ensuring contractors and visitors follow site health and safety arrangements.

We are looking for candidates who are organised, accurate and confident using IT systems, Microsoft packages and with good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers, contractors and service users. Applicants should be able to respond positively to changing priorities, work logically under pressure, and maintain professional standards in a busy operational environment.

Candidates should have a good standard of education, experience of IT systems, and the ability to interact professionally with staff and service users at different levels. Experience of working on a weighbridge or in an administrative environment would be advantageous.
Working pattern
These are permanent full-time posts of 37 hours per week. Successful candidates will work a rotating weekday shift pattern, with additional overtime on an alternating Saturday rota.

Important information for applicants
Please note that this post is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Within Swansea Council there is a “Safeguarding is Everybody’s Business” principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. The successful candidates will be expected to undertake and keep up to date with mandatory safeguarding training as required.

https://www.swansea.gov.uk/media/29970/Gweinyddwr-Pont-Bwysau_Weighbridge-Administrator_CY_EN/pdf/tcGweinyddwr_Pont_Bwysau_Weighbridge_Administrator_CY_EN_1iqpq9vy4cs1k.pdf?m=1792493945093

The salary for the position is Grade 5, £27,274 - £28,153 per annum.