Weighbridge Operator at Villam Agric Limited

DUTIES

• ·Monitor the weighbridge and calibrate the inward and outward movement of all trucks/vehicles in the silo locations;
• Check and log in drivers' details as they come in and out of the site, weigh lorries when they arrive and leave;
• Operate conveyors or other industrial material moving equipment;
• Control traffic flow and safety of vehicles within the weighbridge area;
• Ensure all visiting drivers/contractors and customers are issued the location rules and sign in and out of location;
• Ensure accurate data entry for containers and vehicles as needed;
• Keep fuel and lubricants records and along same the maintenance record on the location;
• Fill reports of maintenance and operation of the weighbridge;
• Support location operations manager with HSE reports including reporting of hazards, near-misses, and accidents;
• Record production’ data like weights, types, quantities and storage locations of materials as well as equipment performance problems and downtime;
• Weigh incoming and outgoing trucks and collect all waybills, document, and duplicate copies to be collected by concerned departments;
• Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance;
• Prepare and submit a weekly report of activities carried out;
• Supervise and coordinate ad-hoc staff within the premise as directed by the Location manager;
• Ensure proper housekeeping around the weighbridge and especially the gaps between the weighing platform and the foundation for accurate weighing;
• Ensure that any exceptions are brought to the attention of the management as necessary to protect the company’s interest.

Qualification and Experience

• Possess a ND/HND/Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Production/Agricultural/ Metallurgical & Material Engineering
• Computer literate and fully conversant with office equipment including photocopier, scanner, and printers;
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and electronic);
• Proficient knowledge of health and safety practices with prior experience in similar role
• Good knowledge of operation of forklift vehicle.
• Ability to trouble shoot problems with weigh bridge and platform scales
• Between 2 to 3 years’ experience