Weighbridge Operator

We are looking for a Weighbridge Operator to be the friendly face and reliable point of contact at our site based in Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham. In this crucial front‑line role, you will welcome both Grundon and external drivers, ensuring the smooth and accurate weighing of vehicles as they arrive and leave the site.

• Accurately generate weighbridge tickets for all incoming and outgoing loads while capturing and verifying essential details such as vehicle registration, customer information, product type, haulier, source/destination and order number.
• Maintain the weighbridge balance at zero, promptly report any operational issues to your manager and inform drivers if their vehicle exceeds the weight limit.
• Check that all drivers and visitors are wearing the correct safety clothing before entering the site.
• Ensure no material is accepted or dispatched if a customer account is on credit stop (unless authorised by Site Management or Credit Control).
• Review inbound documentation to ensure compliance with the site’s environmental permit, and accurately complete all outbound paperwork in accordance with legal and company standards.
• Register visitors, ensure necessary inductions are completed and provide drivers and visitors with site rules and safety instruction.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional weighbridge office.
• Answer calls professionally and collaborate with the team to maintain efficient and safe operations.
• Take responsibility for your own health and safety, using PPE, and report any incidents, accidents or near misses.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, particularly around health & safety and compliance.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties or ad hoc projects assigned by your manager or senior leadership.

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining precision and attention to detail.
• Clear and professional communication skills both face‑to‑face and over the phone.
• Flexibility with working hours to support smooth and efficient site operations.
• A willingness to learn, including gaining a basic understanding of environmental permits.
• A proactive mindset and ability to suggest improvements to help the team or site run better.
• Motivation to develop new skills and grow within the role.
• Consistently punctual with a reliable attendance record.
• Demonstrates strong numerical and written communication abilities.
• Confident and proficient with computers, with excellent IT skills.

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary company bonus.
• Pension scheme with a 5% employee contribution matched by Grundon.
• Life insurance coverage.
• 30 days’ annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days of holiday.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Monday – Tuesday 7 am to 5 pm with 1 hour for lunch.

£241.82 per week.