Job description

52 weeks contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• The Weighbridge Administrator will manage and operate the site weighbridge, accurately recording vehicle movements and weights at Newport City Council’s landfill site.

• The role includes maintaining digital and manual records, supporting traffic coordination on site, and performing general administrative duties.

• This is a vital role in ensuring operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and accurate reporting of site data.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Operate the weighbridge system to record vehicle weights and generate documentation.

• Maintain accurate digital and manual records of all site transactions.

• Direct drivers and contractors to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow.

• Assist with general administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and responding to phone and email enquiries.

• Collate data to produce reports for performance monitoring and regulatory compliance.

• Support senior managers with site-related operational and administrative tasks.

• Ensure adherence to environmental permits, tax obligations, and health & safety procedures.

• Communicate pricing structures and monitor charges to ensure accuracy.

Skills/Experience:

• Basic IT proficiency and strong data entry skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work as part of a small, collaborative team.

• Prior experience in administration or site-based roles (desirable).

• Experience in waste management or logistics (advantageous, not essential).

• Organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and reporting (desirable).

Additional Information:

• Bi-Weekly Payments.

• Temporary role (52 weeks).

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday).

• On-site at Docks Way, Newport.