Loading Shovel Operator: AD Site & Continuous Improvement

Biffa Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Biffa Group is seeking a Loading Shovel Operator for our anaerobic digestion facility in the United Kingdom. The role involves operating mobile plant, maintaining housekeeping, and ensuring compliance with site licences, PPC permits, and safety regulations.

Key tasks include material handling with mobile equipment, participating in continuous improvement, auditing site processes, and coordinating with the management team.

Qualifications

• Loading Shovel experience or similar equipment handling.
• Basic IT literacy, including Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with data capture and recording systems is preferred.
• Solid understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Good communication skills across levels within the company and with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Operate anaerobic digestion process and mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Maintain housekeeping and basic equipment maintenance in line with permits and policies.
• Adhere to SHEQ policies and report near-misses or incidents.
• Assist with maintenance review, cost control and KPI tracking.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and work in MBT & weighbridge areas when required.

Skills

Loading Shovel Experience

Microsoft Office

Data capture & recording

Health & safety compliance

Communication skills

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Biffa Group is seeking a Loading Shovel Operator for our anaerobic digestion facility in the United Kingdom. The role involves operating mobile plant, maintaining housekeeping, and ensuring compliance with site licences, PPC permits, and safety regulations.

Key tasks include material handling with mobile equipment, participating in continuous improvement, auditing site processes, and coordinating with the management team.