Our established and highly reputable client is seeking to recruit a Transport Co-ordinator/Weighbridge Administrator, to join their team in Lewes.

Working hours 7am – 5pm Monday – Friday, this position does require some flexibility around hours which also requires some Saturday morning working.

Job Specification:

Transport Co-ordinator

* Dealing promptly and efficiently with telephone and visitor enquiries.

* Passing relevant enquiries and information onto the Sales team, then liaising with the team to action jobs when they become live.

* Receiving orders from new and existing customers for various container hire services and collections.

* Inputting orders onto the I.T. system (SAP). Effectively co-ordinating the relevant drivers/vehicle types and subsequently shipping of the roll on roll off and articulated vehicles.

* Geographical knowledge of the South of England an advantage.

* Maintaining excellent records, accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

* Working closely with the general manager and yard supervisor to organise outgoing loads and third-party haulage.

* Collating details of any breakdowns, accidents or incidents from drivers and passing on the information to the general manager.

Weighbridge Administrator

Is a customer facing role which requires excellent people skills, you will need to be able to work on your own initiative. You will be responsible for weighing various vehicle types into and out of the site carrying numerous waste types whilst ensuring all data is recorded accurately. You will be required to conduct financial transactions utilising the I.T. system (SAP)

* You will also be assessing wastes including hazardous and non-hazardous material and calculating appropriate charges.

* Must be able to build effective relations and manage customer relationships

* Able to work as part of a team or individually under pressure using own initiative

* Dealing with basic staff requirements i.e. holiday request forms and issuing PPE

* Health & Safety awareness is essential

* Ideally you will have similar experience in a relevant office environment i.e. Waste, Recycling or Haulage, and a practical outlook is essential.

Due to workplace location, your own transport is essential. This is a wonderful opportunity to work within a family friendly firm!

First Recruitment Services are acting as an employment agency for this vacancy