Data Analyst - Engineering

Biffa Waste Services; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Discounts: retail and leisure

Holiday and travel discounts

Life cover

Job summary

Biffa Waste Services is seeking a proactive Data Analyst to support digital development within Group Engineering. The role focuses on delivering data-driven insights, creating dashboards, and automating processes to improve asset management and maintenance reporting.

You will work with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Procurement, IT, and suppliers to develop BI tools, enhance data quality, and drive continuous improvement across systems such as FleetWave and Dynamics 365.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong experience using Microsoft Power Platform.
• Proven ability to develop Power BI reports and interactive dashboards.
• Experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Microsoft Lists.
• Experience analysing engineering, fleet, maintenance, or operational data.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in reporting and process improvement.
• Experience working with multiple business systems and large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions for engineering performance, maintenance, compliance, and asset management.
• Create and support Power Apps, Power Automate workflows, SharePoint sites, and Microsoft Lists to improve operational processes.
• Assist with development and optimisation of engineering systems including FleetWave, Dynamics 365, telematics platforms, and maintenance databases.
• Produce analysis on fleet utilisation, maintenance performance, fuel efficiency, asset reliability, operating costs, and lifecycle trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes through automation, data integration, and digital technologies.
• Develop reporting and tracking tools to support engineering projects, capital investment programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain integrity of engineering data with accurate asset records, governance-compliant documentation, and aligned financial data.

Skills

Data analysis

Data-driven insights

Process improvement

Automation

Reporting

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Power Automate

SharePoint

Microsoft Lists

FleetWave

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

The role will be based at our Aldridge site, with the opportunity for hybrid working once you've completed your training and become confident using Biffa's systems. Monday to Friday.

A quick look at the role

We're looking for a proactive Data Analyst to support the ongoing digital development of our Group Engineering function. This position will focus on delivering data-driven insights, improving business processes, and supporting engineering teams through innovative reporting, automation, and digital solutions. You'll play a key role in developing business intelligence tools, enhancing data quality, and improving the way engineering information is captured, managed, and reported. Working closely with colleagues across Engineering, Operations, Finance, Procurement, IT, and third-party suppliers, you'll help drive continuous improvement and support strategic business initiatives.

Core responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions that provide meaningful insight into engineering performance, maintenance activity, compliance, and asset management.
• Create and support Power Apps, Power Automate workflows, SharePoint sites, and Microsoft Lists to improve operational processes and reduce manual tasks.
• Assist with the ongoing development and optimisation of engineering systems, including FleetWave, Microsoft Dynamics 365, telematics platforms, maintenance databases, and other engineering applications.
• Produce analysis on fleet utilisation, maintenance performance, fuel efficiency, asset reliability, operating costs, and lifecycle trends to support informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes through automation, data integration, and the adoption of digital technologies.
• Develop reporting and tracking tools that support engineering projects, capital investment programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain the integrity of engineering data by ensuring asset records, compliance documentation, and financial information are accurate and aligned with governance standards.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments and external suppliers to deliver effective digital solutions that support operational excellence.

Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong experience using Microsoft Power Platform.
• Proven ability to develop Power BI reports and interactive dashboards.
• Experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Microsoft Lists.
• Experience analysing engineering, fleet, maintenance, or operational data.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in reporting and process improvement.
• Experience working with multiple business systems and large datasets.

Why you'll love it at Biffa

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Retail and leisure discounts.
• Holiday and travel discounts.
• Life cover.

Changing the way people think about waste

At Biffa, we're changing the way people think about waste. Every day, we help transform waste into valuable resources through recycling, energy recovery, and innovative waste management solutions. By keeping communities clean and supporting a more sustainable future, we're making a real difference across the UK. With more than 11,500 colleagues nationwide, we offer careers that are rewarding, varied, and full of opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Dedicated to diversity

At Biffa, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive. We recognise that a diverse workforce brings fresh perspectives, encourages innovation, and helps us better serve our customers and communities. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring everyone has the chance to succeed and grow with us.