SCADA Control Room Operator – Waste Processing

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

Job summary

Biffa in Rotherham is seeking a Control Room Operator to manage the MBT Plant via SCADA systems. You will control waste flow, operate remote cranes, and ensure health and safety compliance while supporting productivity improvements.

The role requires delivering against KPIs, maintaining site records, and deputising for the supervisor when required. Shift pattern is 4on 4off with 2 days and 2 nights, followed by four days off.

Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA or similar process control systems.
• Proven track record of meeting clearly defined KPIs.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in operations.
• Development and implementation of data capture/recording systems.
• Willingness to undertake health, safety and environmental training.
• Good communication skills across all levels of the company.
• Knowledge of MRF operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor all MBT control systems.
• Optimise crane movements and Refinement throughput.
• Diagnose operating problems and take corrective action.
• Coordinate with Engineering and feedback on breakdowns.
• Carry out site fly treatments and review monitoring data.
• Manage stock control and report contract/non-contract waste.
• Maintain detailed records of operations and shutdowns.
• Log crane data and downtime for weekly Pareto analysis.
• Maintain safe site operations and respond to alarms and faults.
• Work towards daily, weekly, monthly KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental legislation and permit requirements.
• Provide light maintenance and housekeeping; deputise for MBT supervisor.
• Become SAP with responsibilities for site isolations and permits.

Skills

SCADA experience

KPIs

Continuous improvement

Data capture

EH&S training

Communication

MRF knowledge

Job description

Biffa in Rotherham is seeking a Control Room Operator to manage the MBT Plant via SCADA systems. You will control waste flow, operate remote cranes, and ensure health and safety compliance while supporting productivity improvements.

The role requires delivering against KPIs, maintaining site records, and deputising for the supervisor when required. Shift pattern is 4on 4off with 2 days and 2 nights, followed by four days off.