Process Operator

Biffa Waste Services; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Process Operator to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the operation of a Residual Waste Treatment Facility, ensuring safety and cleanliness while supporting the Shift Team Leader. Your responsibilities will include routine checks, equipment monitoring, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future while working in a dynamic environment that values diversity and innovation. If you are proactive and possess strong communication skills, this role could be your next rewarding challenge.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Strong people skills to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the safe operation of the Residual Waste Treatment Facility.
• Perform routine checks, monitor equipment, and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Proactive Approach

Tools

Forklift Truck

Materials Handling Equipment

Job description

Process Operator

£30,663.36 per annum

12 hours shifts, 4 on 4 off, days and nights

South Kirkby, Wakefield

As a Process Operator, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the RWTF operation and for ensuring that the facility is kept clean and tidy at all times. You will manage health and safety in your immediate area as well as take responsibility for housekeeping by cleaning the surrounding area, completing daily logs, and reporting any defects to your Shift Team Leader.

Your key responsibilities:

1. Assisting in the safe and efficient operation of the Residual Waste Treatment Facility by performing routine checks, monitoring equipment, and cleaning
2. Take samples and complete basic quality checks
3. Complete training on Forklift Truck / Materials Handling Equipment if required
4. Supporting the Shift Team Leader in completing their duties
5. Work in accordance with SHEQ policies, including the reporting of safety concerns & incidents
6. Close working relationship with Operations Management Team
7. Identify or support continuous improvement projects
8. Ensure the highest level of housekeeping is maintained
9. Daily cleaning of machinery within the Facility and providing light maintenance of equipment

Essential criteria for this role:

1. Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance
2. Strong people skills; be able to communicate at all levels throughout the company and externally
3. Flexibility to work across all of the residual waste plant and other areas of the site as required
4. A proactive approach to work
5. Good organisational skills

Biffa – we’re changing the way people think about waste

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

We believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.