Skilled Mobile Plant Operator – Waste & Recycling (Overtime)

Biffa Waste Services; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid 1.5x

Job summary

Biffa Waste Services in Rotherham is seeking a Multi Skilled Operator to load and sort waste using mobile plant machinery and to ensure compliance with environmental permits and municipal contracts.

The role involves assisting with MRF plant blockages and cleaning, following strict QHSE policies, and contributing to audits and continuous improvement while maintaining stock accuracy and safety standards. Overtime is paid at 1.5x.

Qualifications

• Mobile plant experience required (FLT, Telehandler, loading shovel, etc.).
• Knowledge of MRF operations.
• Willingness to obtain Level 2 City & Guilds in Sustainable Waste Management.
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Good communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Load and sort waste using mobile plant equipment.
• Assist with MRF plant blockages and cleaning.
• Follow QHSE policies and report near misses and incidents.
• Participate in audits, checks and continuous improvement.
• Manage stock reporting for contract and non-contract waste.
• Adhere to changes in company standards and legislation.
• Provide light maintenance of equipment.
• Support site supervisor in maintenance reviews and KPI actions.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.

Skills

Mobile plant experience

MRF operations knowledge

Health & safety compliance

People skills

UK driving licence

Education

Level 2 City and Guilds in Sustainable Waste Management

Job description

Biffa Waste Services in Rotherham is seeking a Multi Skilled Operator to load and sort waste using mobile plant machinery and to ensure compliance with environmental permits and municipal contracts.

The role involves assisting with MRF plant blockages and cleaning, following strict QHSE policies, and contributing to audits and continuous improvement while maintaining stock accuracy and safety standards. Overtime is paid at 1.5x.