Login to Apply

We are looking for well-organised and self-motivated people interested in a career in one of the UK’s leading waste and recycling companies. You will be responsible for providing assistance in the administration of all aspects of depot activities and oversee all facets of weighbridge operations when needed. This involves recording all materials in and out of the site and data entry. Working in our Avonmouth, the successful candidate will be part of a team working under the supervision of a knowledgeable and Site Manager.

As part of our core values, Unimetals offers an inclusive and dynamic environment and we welcome people from a variety of different backgrounds.

On the job training will be given to our successful new team member.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide general administration support to the site manager
• Recording of site absence, holidays and ingoing and outgoing post activities
• Deal with incoming telephone enquiries in a friendly and professional manner
• Ensure the Company’s weighbridge procedures are adhered to at all times
• Control site purchase order systems
• Co-ordinate with yard personnel to ensure the correct processing of all loads
• Liaison with customers, lorry drivers, contractors and any other visitors to the company who may call at the weighbridge
• Ensure compliance by all staff, contractors and visitors to the site with the Company Health and Safety Policy
• COTC cover for site and Hazard Waste control reporting
• Control purchases of consumables – PPE, stationary and office maintenance
• Check and maintain first aid boxes
• Check fire extinguishers
• Ensure site accounting records are kept accurate and up to date,
• Ensure that reporting requirements for the Head Office Accounts Department are met

Key Skills/Competencies
• Exceptional organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good problem solving skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• The ability to manage a varied workload
• Reliable and able to deal with confidential information
• Availability to work core hours with flexibility to meet operational requirements

Qualifications/Knowledge
• Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel etc.) and the ability to learn new processes
• Good numeracy and literacy skills essential
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety legislation