Job Title: Part-Time Administrator / Weighbridge Cover Operator
Department: Administration / Operations
Hours: Part-Time – 15-22.5 Hours
Reports To: Office Manager
Location: Beighton
Job Purpose
To provide efficient and reliable administrative support to the business while also providing cover for the weighbridge operation as required. The role involves maintaining accurate records, assisting with general office duties, communicating with customers, suppliers and drivers, and ensuring weighbridge transactions and associated waste documentation are completed accurately and in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will be organised, dependable and comfortable working in a busy operational environment where priorities can change throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities Administration
- Provide general administrative support to management and other departments as required.
- Answer incoming telephone calls and emails, dealing with enquiries or directing them to the appropriate person.
- Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records and filing systems.
- Input and update information on company systems, spreadsheets and databases.
- Prepare, scan, file and distribute documents as required.
- Assist with maintaining customer, supplier and contractor records.
- Provide administrative cover for colleagues during holidays and other absences where reasonably required.
Weighbridge Cover
- Provide cover for the weighbridge during staff breaks, holidays, sickness and other periods as required.
- Produce weighbridge tickets and associated documentation.
- Check and record vehicle registration details, customer and supplier information and material descriptions.
- Ensure the correct waste documentation is completed and retained, including Waste Transfer Notes and other relevant records where applicable.
Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibilities
- Comply with all company health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Ensure waste documentation and weighbridge records are completed accurately and retained appropriately.
- Support the company's commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant and environmentally responsible workplace.
Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Good general administrative and organisational skills.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Confident using computers, including email and Microsoft Office applications.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers, suppliers, drivers and colleagues.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently when required.
- Reliable and able to provide effective cover for key administrative and weighbridge functions.
Desirable:
- Previous weighbridge experience.
- Experience within the waste management, recycling, transport or metals industry.
- Knowledge of Waste Transfer Notes and waste documentation.
- Experience using weighbridge or waste management software.
Full training on company-specific weighbridge systems and procedures will be provided where required.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be:
- Organised and methodical.
- Accurate and attentive to detail.
- Friendly and professional.
- Confident dealing with drivers, customers and visitors.
- Able to remain calm in a busy operational environment.
- Flexible and willing to assist with different administrative tasks.
- Trustworthy and able to handle confidential information appropriately.
- A reliable team member with a practical, helpful approach.
The role requires flexibility to provide weighbridge and administrative cover in accordance with the operational needs of the business.
This role is 15-22.5 hours per week with Monday and Friday working essential.
No Agencies Please
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
