Weighbridge Operator

• The purpose of this role is to effectively operate weighbridges at BME's production plants.

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Accurate weighted and routing of trucks
• Conduct vehicle pre-load and post-load inspections
• Direct traffic coming onto the production site
• Operate the weighbridge
• Record all vehicles entering/leaving the site
• Record weights by vehicle, completing appropriate documentation and collect driver signatures, etc. for accounting purposes and update information on the weigh bridge operating system accordingly.
• Accurate weighing of trucks entering and leaving site
• Accurate records of incoming and outgoing merchandise and stock
• Record on the system transactions associated with loading and unloading items from transfer, and supplier and delivery trucks
• To liaise with relevant stakeholders, and communicate exceptions and issues accordingly
• Transferring and receiving, unloading and loading trucks, and fulfilling purchase orders
• Enabled Weighbridge environment and operation
• Maintain the weighbridge and general area of the weighbridge including the office in a clean, tidy and hazard free condition.
• Attend training and develop relevant knowledge, techniques and skills.
• Compliant weighbridge environment and operations
• Issue regulatory compliance documentation i.e. Hazchem placards, Tremcards, etc.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Qualifications

Minimum

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Certificate/Diploma in Administration Advantageous

Experience

Minimum

• 1 year demonstrated experience as a Weighbridge operator/Administrator

KEY COMPETENCIES

Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of Weighbridge Software
• Knowledge of heavy vehicle transport operations
• Knowledge of hazardous goods transport operations and vehicle requirement

Job Related Skills

• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy for precise record-keeping and data entry
• Proven computer literacy in Excel