Are you an experienced
transport or weighbridge professional
who thrives in a fast-paced, operations-driven environment?
My client,
a leading construction and materials group operating across Ireland and Great Britain, is currently seeking a Shift Transport Planner / Weighbridge Operator to join their team at their Kinnegad site.
With a group turnover of approx.
£1.6 billion per annum and operations including cement plants, quarries, asphalt plants and ready-mixed concrete sites, they play a vital role in building the places where we live, work and play.
This key role ensures the effective and efficient operation of the weighbridge, supports transport planning activities, and contributes to high standards of safety, accuracy, and customer service.
Responsibilities:
Weigh inbound and outbound materials, accurately recording all data for invoicing purposes
Control site access and direct vehicles, visitors, and emergency personnel as required
Record truck dispatch and return times to maintain accurate logistical tracking
Maintain stock of weighbridge stationery and ensure the weighbridge area is kept clean and operational
Promote, maintain, and prioritise a strong health & safety culture
Handle sales enquiries, process customer orders, and maintain invoice documentation
Communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders, including logging and escalating complaints
Organise lorry fleet scheduling, haulage coordination, and raw material imports to meet production and delivery demands
Requirements:
Strong oral and written communication skills
Highly organised with the ability to analyse data and use weighbridge software
Confident, professional, and capable of building strong working relationships
Previous experience in a weighbridge, transport planning, or similar operational role preferred
Good numeracy skills to ensure data accuracy
Flexibility to work rotating shifts: 06:*****:00, 14:*****:00, with occasional 18:*****:00 and weekend shifts
Excellent communication skills to liaise with customers, drivers, and internal teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and weighbridge management systems
Strong organisational and time-management capability
Self-motivated with a proactive, can-do approach
Ability to maintain KPIs and consistently high work standards
Benefits:
35 days annual leave including bank holidays
Competitive, tailored salary package
Company pension scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
Holiday buy scheme
One fully paid volunteering day per year and charity fund-matching up to £200
"Make a Material Difference" employee recognition awards
Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 health and wellbeing support
Enhanced parental leave policy
Option to take part in the company ShareSave scheme
Access to an employee benefits platform with discounts across major retailers
Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Extensive learning opportunities, training, and structured career progression pathways
Bike to Work scheme
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Sarra Hadi