QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good standard of general education
• Willingness to undertake personal development
• (Desirable) Weighbridge certificate of competence

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Strong IT skills, with ability to learn new systems quickly
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Attentive to detail, ensuring accurate data entry and record-keeping
• Experience of operating a computerised weighbridge system
• Experience with waste reception, record keeping and processing card payments
• (Desirable) Knowledge of Gatehouse or similar weighbridge software

WHAT’S INVOLVED WITH THIS ROLE:

Job Title: Clerk
Ref number: Cardiff RQ1592755
What’s involved with this role: The Clerk will be responsible for operating a computerised weighbridge system to record vehicle weights, control the reception of vehicles using waste disposal facilities in line with legislation, and ensure accurate documentation and payments are processed. You will liaise with site staff, deal with customer enquiries, and uphold site procedures, always ensuring a professional and efficient service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and maintain the weighbridge system for all incoming/outgoing vehicles
• Ensure legal documentation (waste transfer notes, consignment notes) is accurate and filed correctly
• Control vehicle reception in compliance with legislation
• Take card payments for waste disposal as required
• Liaise with site staff to facilitate smooth site operations
• Handle enquiries by telephone and in person
• Report any faults or shortages in equipment and stock promptly
• Ensure site rules and safety procedures are followed

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