Mobile Weighbridge Operator / Admin support

Thirsk Waste Transfer Station, Thirsk YO7 3BX
Permanent, Full Time, 45 hours' per week
£13.00 per hour

Location: Based at Thirsk – but will cover any of our weighbridges as required

Hours: 45 hours per week (full time)

Salary: £13.00 per hour

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, Mobile Weighbridge Operator / Administrator to join our team.

A position has become available for a Weighbridge Operator / Administrator working throughout North Yorkshire, covering holidays and sickness within our weighbridge team.

Applicant must have a valid driving license and access to a vehicle as this role does require moving to other sites, which are often remote from public transport.

Reporting directly to the Site Administration Controller and the Transfer Operations Manager the successful candidate will undertake duties associated with the Weighbridge Operation and delivering key administration tasks for the team.

The successful candidate must be IT proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.

Previous experience of working on a Weighbridge and background knowledge of Environmental Legislation would be an advantage, although full training will be given.

A committed and flexible approach is also required as this is a 7 day operational site and weekend working would be required occasionally.

For a full outline of the responsibilities of the role, please view the job description

Why Join Yorwaste?

Yorwaste is North Yorkshire’s leading waste management company, passionate about supporting community and local environment, while delivering a warm and professional customer experience. We believe in investing in our team and the tools you need to succeed. Currently our sites achieve over 90% recycling rates to help keep North Yorkshire looking beautiful.

Our vision at Yorwaste is to create a cleaner, greener future. We aim to be at the forefront of the industry, committed to reducing environmental impact of waste, whilst supporting our customers to make more sustainable choices. We treat safety as our priority at all times, seek new ways to make the most of what we have to achieve our goals and solve problems, as well as being knowledgeable, credible and taking pride in what we do. Read more about our mission, vision and values here.

Joining us at Yorwaste is more than just a job. We strive to provide our team with a long-term stable career, training and development, and a positive engaging working environment. As an equal opportunity’s employer, alongside our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we take pride in supporting the development of North Yorkshire and its people.

What we can offer you

ü Competitive rates of pay and long service recognition

ü Outstanding personal development and training opportunities

ü Comprehensive employee assistance programme

ü Company Pension scheme with up to 6% contribution

ü Free staff car parking

ü A benefits scheme which includes maternity leave package, cycle2work scheme, home technology scheme, as well as retail, travel and leisure discounts

How to Apply

To apply please complete the application form and document upload on this page. We would recommend you upload a CV and short supporting statement.

If you have further questions at this stage, please call Danielle on 07977743718 or email danielle.mcdowell@northyorks.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role and the recruitment process.

It is important that your CV includes your full contact details, employment history, any qualifications and explanation of any gaps in employment or experiences. Your supporting statement should outline your motivation for applying and how you meet the criteria for the role.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications is midnight on the 31^st of July 2024

and Interviews are planned to take place on Thursday 8^th of August

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy before the proposed deadline in the event of the position being filled, or a high number of applications are received.

Yorwaste is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

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Yorwaste is North Yorkshire’s leading waste management company, passionate about supporting community and local environment, while delivering a warm and professional customer experience. Our clients range from commercial, local authority and private individuals and with teams across North Yorkshire in over 20 locations.

Joining us at Yorwaste is more than just a job. We strive to provide our team with a long-term stable career, training and development, and a positive engaging working environment. As an equal opportunities employer, alongside our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we take pride in supporting the development of North Yorkshire and its people.

In return, we are offering a salary of £24,824 per year, complete with company benefits, discounts and pension, 20 days annual holiday plus bank holiday entitlements, rising to 25 days with 5 years’ service. This is a permanent role working full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday based in the Thirsk office.

At Yorwaste you will have access to a company pension as well as benefits and discounts such as a cycle to work scheme and technical equipment scheme. Through our Employee Assistance Programme we offer great access to health and wellbeing resources as well as acknowledging and rewarding great health and safety procedure, innovative ideas and recognition for long service with us.