Plastics Recycling Shift Leader — 4/4 Schedule

Biffa Waste Services; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Biffa Waste Services is seeking a Shift Leader for our Plastics Recycling Facility (PRF), a 24/7 operation. You will supervise plant operations, manage resources and ensure health and safety, driving continuous improvement in productivity and performance.

The role requires experience in shift supervision within waste management, strong leadership, and a focus on delivering defined KPIs. Excellent teamwork is essential in a unionised, multi-shift environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in shift supervision in waste management.
• Experience with health and safety management in unionised, multi-shift environment.
• Understanding of waste industry laws.
• Proven track record meeting service delivery KPIs.
• Strong communication, planning, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant resources, including stock and housekeeping to maximise productivity.
• Ensure productivity and availability meet defined KPI targets.
• Control material flow to minimise downtime.
• Provide accurate records of plant operations and downtime causes.
• Support maintenance and cleaning programs to minimise downtime.
• Demonstrate effective man-management in a demanding environment.

Skills

Shift Supervisor

Health & Safety

Waste industry knowledge

People management

Job description

Biffa Waste Services is seeking a Shift Leader for our Plastics Recycling Facility (PRF), a 24/7 operation. You will supervise plant operations, manage resources and ensure health and safety, driving continuous improvement in productivity and performance.

The role requires experience in shift supervision within waste management, strong leadership, and a focus on delivering defined KPIs. Excellent teamwork is essential in a unionised, multi-shift environment.