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Weighbridge Operative

Marchwood, SouthEast SO40, United Kingdom • Full-time

Description

Weighbridge Operative

Marchwood Competitive Salary + benefits

47.5 Hours per week

 

If you want to join an ambitious, proudly independent company with a fast‑moving environment, John Wainwright & Co. Ltd has a brand‑new opportunity for you.

 

Established in 1891, we are one of the UK’s largest independent quarrying and asphalt businesses with strong family values and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we expand into concrete and marine aggregates with our new Marchwood site on Southampton water, we’re looking for people who share our values: personal, professional, and ethical. Join a business where people come first and careers are built for the long term.

 

We are looking to recruit a Weighbridge Operative to join our Marchwood Team.

 

In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient and accurate operation of the weighbridge, acting as the main point of contact for drivers and visitors on site. You will manage vehicle arrivals and departures, complete weighbridge documentation, and ensure all data is recorded correctly in line with company procedures.

 

You will always provide a professional and friendly service, representing the Wainwright brand with a focus on safety, accuracy, and excellent customer service. Building positive working relationships with drivers, colleagues, and site teams will be key to ensuring smooth and compliant site operations.

Working closely with our site and production teams, you will help coordinate the safe flow of vehicles, support dispatch activities, and maintain clear and organised records. This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role within our expanding Marchwood facility as we continue to grow our operations.

 

This is a fast‑paced role, and you will need to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. As a collaborative team player, you will bring a flexible, can‑do attitude and be ready to support the wider team as operational needs arise.

 

To apply for this role, please press apply now by Friday 10th April 2026

 

Wainwright and Co Ltd is a Disability Confident Employer and as such we are committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please contact the HR department on 01749 840274 if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments that can be made to make the recruitment process accessible to you.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Entry Level

Company Overview

Welcome to John Wainwright and Company Limited. We are one of the UK’s largest independent quarrying companies founded in 1891. We are an end-to-end supplier of aggregates, asphalt and contracting services to National Highways, local authorities and the construction industry. We offer a personal service, underscored by professionalism and a commitment to doing the right thing