Line of Business: Aggregates
We are seeking a dependable and detail oriented Summer Student – Scale House Attendant to support operations at our aggregates facility during the busy construction season. This role is ideal for a student interested in gaining experience in construction materials, logistics, and site operations.
The Scale House Attendant plays a key role in tracking aggregate materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone by accurately weighing trucks and maintaining records while ensuring safe and efficient site access.
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Key Responsibilities
• Weigh inbound and outbound aggregate trucks using the scale system
• Accurately record material types (sand, gravel, crushed rock, etc.) and quantities
• Issue and verify scale tickets for customers and internal deliveries
• Enter data into the scale software and maintain accurate records
• Communicate with dispatch, loaders, and plant staff regarding truck flow and load details
• Provide professional customer service to contract and third party drivers
• Monitor truck traffic and report issues or concerns
• Follow all site safety policies and procedures
• Perform general scale house and administrative duties as required
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Qualifications & Skills
• Strong attention to detail and basic math skills
• Comfortable with computers and data entry
• Clear communication skills and a professional attitude
• Ability to stay organized in a fast paced, high volume environment
• Reliable, punctual, and safety focused
• Previous exposure to aggregates, construction, or industrial sites is an asset but not required
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Working Conditions
• Primarily office based scale house with frequent interaction with truck drivers
• Located on an active aggregate site with heavy equipment and truck traffic
• PPE required on site (training and equipment provided as needed)
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Why Join Us
• Hands on experience in the aggregates and construction materials industry
• Exposure to logistics, dispatch, and yard operations
• Competitive hourly wage + overtime
• Supportive team environment
• Strong summer employment opportunity with potential future work
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in around 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
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