Process Operator

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Process Operator to support the daily operations of a Residual Waste Treatment Facility. This role involves ensuring health and safety compliance, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in the efficient operation of the facility. You will work closely with the Shift Team Leader and the Operations Management Team, contributing to continuous improvement projects and performing routine checks. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, and be part of a team that is committed to transforming waste into sustainable solutions. If you're proactive, organized, and ready for a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Strong people skills; able 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

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; 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.