Weighbridge Operator

Weighbridge Operator

Location: Plymouth, PL9
Pay rate: £13.26 per hour
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm | Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm
Assignment: Temporary assignment Until December 2026. 
Proposed start date 26.10.2026

Be the Face of a Busy Environmental Services Operation

Are you an organised and customer-focused professional looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Plymouth City Council for a Weighbridge Operator to join a busy waste management facility in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term temporary position through to December 2026, with the potential for extension subject to operational requirements.

As the first point of contact for site visitors, contractors and customers, you'll play a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly. Combining customer service, administration, compliance and data management, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a high standard of service.


What You'll Be Doing
Providing Excellent Customer Service

• Greeting customers and visitors arriving on site.
• Handling enquiries both in person and over the phone.
• Advising customers on waste acceptance procedures and site requirements.
• Checking documentation and information to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Delivering a professional, friendly and efficient service at all times.

Supporting Site Compliance

• Ensuring all incoming waste meets environmental and site permit requirements.
• Enforcing waste acceptance procedures and site regulations.
• Verifying documentation and making informed operational decisions.
• Assisting customers with guidance to ensure future compliance.

Data & System Administration

• Recording vehicle, waste stream and customer account information accurately.
• Entering and maintaining operational statistics and reports.
• Using site systems to process payments and validate licences.
• Maintaining accurate electronic records and documentation.

General Administration & Finance

• Producing reports, correspondence and confidential documents.
• Providing administrative support to the wider team.
• Managing office supplies and maintaining stock levels.
• Processing customer payments and cash transactions.
• Supporting daily banking and financial administration activities.

What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good IT, keyboard and data entry skills
• The ability to work calmly and effectively in a busy environment
• Experience within administration, customer service or office-based roles
• Confidence dealing with customers face-to-face and over the telephone
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Experience

• Cash handling and payment processing.
• Experience working within environmental, waste, logistics or compliance-based environments.

Why Apply?

• Consistent weekday working hours with early finishes on Fridays
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within Plymouth City Council services
• Varied role combining administration, customer service and operational support
• Supportive team environment

If you’re ready for a rewarding role that keeps you moving and makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. For more information, contact Emily on 01752 601116.

Due to expected application volumes, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted. Please continue to check for other opportunities with Pertemps.