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Night Shift Weighbridge Operative Job Title – Night Shift Weighbridge Operative (18 Month FTC) Locat... Night Shift Weighbridge Operative Job Title – Night Shift Weighbridge Operative (18 Month FTC) Location – Belvedere, Kent Salary – £31,919 + Overtime (OTE £40,000) Shift – Monday to Friday 18:30 – 06:30 (One Week On / One Week Off) Job Role of the Night Shift Weighbridge OperativeA fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Night Shift Weighbridge Operative to join a market-leading Energy from Waste facility operated by Cory Riverside Energy Group. This is a unique chance to work at one of the UK’s largest and most advanced EfW plants, playing a key role in supporting London’s circular economy.The Riverside facility processes up to 850,000 tonnes of non-recyclable waste per year, generating enough electricity to power approximately 195,000 homes. By transporting waste via the River Thames, the company removes around 100,000 lorry movements from London’s roads annually, contributing significantly to sustainability and environmental efficiency.With a second EfW plant going live nearby in Q3, this is an exciting time to join the business. This position is an 18-month Fixed Term Contract, with strong potential to become permanent.Sector – Energy from Waste Job Role ResponsibilitiesAs the Night Shift Weighbridge Operative, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and compliant running of the site.Typical duties will include: 30-minute structured shift handoverOperating the weighbridge and associated systemsManaging vehicle movements on and off siteCommunicating with drivers via intercomLiaising with the tipping hall and site operations teamMonitoring CCTV and maintaining site securityScheduling shutdowns and organising contractor inductionsRecording waste input tickets and maintaining accurate documentationManaging deliveries and consumables recordsOverseeing site access control and issuing access cardsEnsuring compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation You will be responsible for the end-to-end process of waste movements, ensuring accurate recording and maintaining full site compliance at all times.Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to support additional hours or weekend work when needed. Night shift overtime is paid at x1.5. Non-Negotiable Requirements Experience working within a warehouse or manufacturing environment Requirements for the Role IT LiterateWMS(Warehouse Management Systems) experience Desirable Experience Previous weighbridge experienceBackground in recycling, landfill, or hazardous wasteExperience within industrial or heavy site environments BenefitsThe Night Shift Weighbridge Operative will benefit from: Competitive salary of £31,919Overtime encouraged (OTE up to £40,000)One week on / one week off shift pattern (excellent work-life balance)Pension contribution up to 5%Dental coverPrivate healthcareFamily medical cover18 days holiday plus Bank HolidaysPotential for contract to become permanent