Weighbridge Operator: Landfill Site & Transfer Station _ MN 3950/25

REQUIREMENTS

- Grade 12/National Senior Certificate or equivalent. - NQF 2 Certificate in conducting weighbridge operations. - Basic Financial. – Valid driver’s license Code 08 (B) PrDP.will be an advantage - Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite, specific competence in Excell). - Communication and interpersonal skills. - Experience in weighbridge operation or a related field. - Proficiency in accurately weighing and recording incoming and outgoing goods. - Ability to operate and maintain weighbridge equipment. - Effective communication skills for interacting with drivers, site personnel, and clients. - Knowledge of weight regulations and industry standards. Knowledge of reporting on GWIS (Gauteng Waste Information System)- Attention to detail for precise record-keeping and data entry. - Adherence to safety and compliance protocols in weighbridge operations. - Conflict management and negotiation skills. Ability to interpret, enforce, communicate and implement, policies, procedures, and relevant legislative prescripts. - Three (03) to Five (5) years relevant experience in weighbridge operations within a similar environment.

DUTIES

-Daily operation of the Weighbridge and Weighing of Vehicles entering the site: - Operating the weighbridge to accurately determine the weight of vehicles, both loaded and unloaded, of all incoming and outgoing vehicles. - Maintaining detailed records of all weighing transactions, including vehicle details, weights, and timestamps. Capturing data on the weighbridge software or database. - Generating and issuing weight tickets, receipts, or other relevant documentation, including weighbridge tickets, waste transfer notes and any other required documentation for each transaction as proof of delivery. - Ensuring all weighing processes adhere to relevant regulations and company standards: - Verifying vehicle documentation and compliance with site rules. - Monitoring for unauthorized access or potential hazards. - Ensuring the weighbridge area is clean and organized. - Adhering to safety procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment. - Equipment Maintenance: - Performing routine inspections and minor maintenance on the weighbridge equipment. - Including cleaning around load cells and reporting any defects to the foreman. - Report any defects or malfunctions of the weighbridge equipment to supervisor immediately. - Ensures that weighbridge and equipment functions optimally at all times. Customer Service: - Interacting with drivers, providing information, and addressing queries. - Escalating queries/questions/complaints which the incumbent is unable to address to the supervisor to maintain customer services. - Reporting and Communication: - Preparing daily, weekly, or monthly reports on weighing activities. - Reporting any malfunctions or irregularities in the weighing system to the relevant personnel. - Maintaining records: Keeping accurate and up to date records of all weighbridge transactions, vehicles, movements and waste data. - Spreadsheet update: Regularly updating spreadsheets and databases with accurate information. - Reporting: Compiling daily, weekly and monthly reports on waste, tonnages, types and other relevant metrics for management and regulatory bodies such as GWIS. - Processing payments: Processing payments for waste disposal services from non-account customers. -Perform any other related ad hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by Supervisor and Foreman from time to time.

SALARY          R 274 380,00 p.a.– R 313 416,00p.a.  (Level 08 of a Grade 04 Local Authority)

                                                               Total package inclusive of all benefits: R 439 507.40 p.a.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS THAT PROMOTE REPRESENTATIVENESS IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY TARGETS

CLOSING DATE: 04 AUGUST 2025 AT 12:00

Please note that the municipality does reimburse costs for traveling to and from the interview or any assessments related to the recruitment process for candidates traveling over 400km for positions on levels 1 to 4. Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representativeness (race, gender, disability).  Incomplete/Unclear or Illegible CVs and applications without CV’s will be disqualified. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness will be given preference. Candidates must apply for this vacancy via the Midvaal Local Municipality website www.midvaal.gov.za. For any queries kindly contact Human Resources (016) 360-7435,7557,7569,7432. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening checks (verification of qualifications, criminal record checks and security vetting). Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a letter from SAQA stating the equivalence of the qualifications. Midvaal Local Municipality, values privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act No.4 of 2013 (POPIA) which is effective from 1 July 2021, personal information will not be disclosed to any third party, unless otherwise prescribed in the Act, following due process(es). Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.  If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

NB:  THE COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO THE ABOVE POSITION/S.