Multi Skilled Operative

Biffa; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Biffa is looking for a Multi-Skilled Operative for its Transfer Station in Oldbury. This role involves operating machinery safely, assisting in waste management, and contributing to a safe working environment. Immediate starts available, and no prior experience in waste management is necessary.

Benefits

On-the-job training with in-house team

Access to Biffa Perkz - discounts

Family-friendly policies

British Council 5 Star Safety Award

Qualifications

• No previous waste management experience needed.
• Ability to operate machinery safely after training provided.
• Capable of communicating issues to supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor machinery, including a forklift.
• Support colleagues in maintaining high standards of health & safety.
• Help reduce waste and increase productivity.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

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Operative - Transfer Station

Operative - Transfer Station

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9-hour shifts (6:00-16:00), 45 hours per week

Rate: £12.40 per hour

Breaks: 1-hour total - 30 mins unpaid, 30 mins paid

Shift Pattern: 6am to 4pm, includes 30 mins daily overtime

Start Date: Immediate starts available - no waste management experience needed!

A quick look at the role

Operate and monitor machinery, including a forklift (training provided), to a safe and satisfactory standard. Communicate issues to your supervisor, help reduce waste, increase productivity across all lines, and support your colleagues to maintain high standards of health & safety, quality, and performance.

Here's why you'll love it at Biffa:

• On-the-job training with our in-house team
• Access to Biffa Perkz - high street discounts for you and your family
• Pioneering family-friendly policies
• Awarded the British Council 5 Star Safety Award
  
  
  

We're here to change the way people think about waste.

With over 100 years of history, Biffa's iconic red trucks and containers are a familiar feature across the UK. Whether we're turning waste into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle, or simply keeping streets clean, we believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. Over 11,000 colleagues trust us to provide a career that's rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

Dedicated to diversity

Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa. We believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for everyone. That's why we champion diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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