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The role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operative Level 3 (Plant Operator) to join our Waste Disposal Team at the Waste Transfer Station. If you are a motivated, hands-on individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment, this is your opportunity to play an important role in keeping Torbay clean and running efficiently.
You will play a vital role in helping SWISCo meet its legal obligations under the Environmental Permit by undertaking material sampling and operating the weighbridge accurately and efficiently.
Why join SWISCo?
- Job security within a growing organisation
- Meaningful work supporting the local community
- Opportunities for development and progression
- Be part of a supportive, team-focused environment
- 26 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Bank holiday entitlement
- Employee benefits & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme
Employment details
- Salary: £26,403 - £28,142
- Job type: Permanent
- Hours: Fulltime, 37 hours per week
- Working hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 16:00
About the role
As a Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator, you will:
- Carry out sampling of recycling materials in line with legislative requirements
- Collect, record, and collate data to ensure compliance with Environmental Permit conditions
- Operate the weighbridge, ensuring all vehicle movements, weights, and waste types are recorded accurately
- Support daily operational requirements within the waste transfer station
- Work collaboratively as part of Team SWISCo to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency
This role requires attention to detail and the ability to balance compliance tasks alongside operational demands in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities
- Ensuring the material sampling is undertaken in accordance with legislation
- Preparing Environment Agency Quarterly Returns
- Weighing internal and external vehicles as part of weighbridge operations
- Ensuring compliance documentation is completed correctly
What we are looking for
Essential
Skills and Effectiveness
- Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team, to include those from other teams and service areas.
- Effective ability to meet targets and demand, to include conflicting deadlines
- Ability to take direction and work in an inclusive manner
Knowledge
- Effective knowledge of Health & Safety processes.
- Effective knowledge, understanding of data protection and confidentiality.
Experience
- Able to demonstrate and in-still trust to staff members at all levels, clients/customers, and the general public.
- Previous experience of operating a weighbridge and related software system.
Qualifications
- Hold relevant weighbridge competency certificate
About SWISCo
SWISCo delivers key services across Torbay, including:
- Waste & Recycling
- Highways
- Parks & Grounds Maintenance
- Streetscene & Environmental Services
We are proud to make Torbay the best place to live, work and play, and we are committed to delivering outstanding services while supporting and developing our people.
How to apply
To apply or find out more:
Visit: www.swisco.co.uk – Work for Us
Or email: [email protected]
Closing date: Friday, 17 July 2026 at 5pm
Important information
Applicants will be shortlisted based on meeting the essential criteria.
SWISCo is a limited company wholly owned by, and providing services on behalf of, Torbay Council.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,403.00-£28,142.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
