IBA MRF Operative

FCC Environment; Whisby; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Whisby is seeking an IBA MRF Operative to support the processing of Incinerator Bottom Ash. You will work full-time, ensuring safety and environmental standards are met. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in heavy plant operation and a strong teamwork ethic. Competitive hourly rate of £13.50, along with benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

On-the-job training and progression

Recognition scheme

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy plant like Telehanders or Tractors.
• Understanding of landfill operations or IBA processing is essential.
• Hard-working and able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely carry out assigned tasks in accordance with safety procedures.
• Monitor the quality of outputs from the IBA MRF.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining the facility.

Skills

Heavy plant operation qualifications

Good communication skills

Ability to work on initiative

Teamwork

Education

Relevant plant tickets

Job description

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further…

IBA MRF Operative

Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour

Hours: 45 hours per week, 6:30am to 4:00pm

Location & Postcode: Whisby Landfill, LN6 9BT

As an IBA MRF Operative at FCC Environment, you will:

• Provide essential support in the processing and management of Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) at our Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). You will play a key role in maintaining safety, operational efficiency, and environmental standards.
• This vacancy is for a full‑time position, working five days per week.

Our promise to you

• Competitive salary
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, holiday purchase, and more
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Safely carry out assigned tasks and duties in accordance with instructions and safety procedures
• Positively and negatively pick material from the appropriate picking line
• Assist with cleaning the IBA MRF facility (sweeping, tidying up, minor maintenance tasks)
• Maintain housekeeping within the mess facility
• Clean drains, litter pick, and maintain site infrastructure
• Monitor the quality of outputs from the IBA MRF
• Move metals to bulking containers and keep accurate records
• Adhere to FCC health and safety policies
• Report any accidents, near‑misses, or unsafe conditions
• Any other duties deemed necessary to meet the needs of the business

What are we looking for?

• Experience: Qualifications in the operation of heavy plant (e.g., Telehandler, Tractor, Bowser). Experience working on a waste acceptance site and understanding of landfill operations or IBA processing
• Essential Knowledge: Possession of relevant plant tickets
• Personal Attributes: Hard‑working, good communication skills, and able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
• Teamwork & Communication: Ability to follow instructions, listen to others, and contribute ideas
• Relationship Building: Open, approachable manner; treats others fairly and respectfully
• Organisational Awareness: Commitment to equality and diversity, promoting an inclusive environment

About us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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