SCADA Control Room Operator – MBT Plant Optimisation

Biffa Group; Rotherham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Biffa Group is seeking a Control Room Operative in Rotherham to monitor and manage MBT plant operations. You will use SCADA and remote cranes to control waste flow, optimise throughput, and ensure safety and environmental compliance.

You will work to defined KPIs and contribute to continuous improvements while coordinating with engineers and maintenance teams. The role requires accurate data capture, detailed record-keeping, and timely response to alarms and faults, with a 4-on 4-off shift

Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA or similar control systems in a processing plant.
• Proven track record of meeting clearly defined KPIs.
• Experience driving continuous improvement in an operational setting.
• Development and use of data capture/recording systems.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Knowledge of Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor MBT control systems.
• Optimise crane movements and refine throughput.
• Diagnose operating problems and take corrective action.
• Coordinate with Engineering to prioritise critical incidents.
• Carry out site fly treatments and review fly monitoring data.
• Maintain stock records of contract and non-contract waste.
• Provide detailed records of plant operations, settings and stoppages.
• Log crane data and downtime to support weekly Pareto analysis.
• Monitor and respond to fires, alarms and faults on the site safety systems.
• Work towards daily, weekly and monthly KPIs.
• Adhere to health and safety and environmental legislation and company policies.
• Perform light maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Assume SAP responsibilities for site isolations and contractor control.

Skills

SCADA systems

KPIs

Continuous improvement

Data capture

HSE compliance

MRF knowledge

Job description

Biffa Group is seeking a Control Room Operative in Rotherham to monitor and manage MBT plant operations. You will use SCADA and remote cranes to control waste flow, optimise throughput, and ensure safety and environmental compliance.

You will work to defined KPIs and contribute to continuous improvements while coordinating with engineers and maintenance teams. The role requires accurate data capture, detailed record-keeping, and timely response to alarms and faults, with a 4-on 4-off shift