MRF Process Operator - South Kirkby, Wakefield
£39,838 per annum
2 Shift Pattern : 6am - 2 pm / 2pm - 10 pm
Key Responsibilities:
· Using SCADA software, oversee the process and the day to running or the MDR MRF facility
· Work in accordance with SHEQ policies, including the reporting of close calls & incidents
· Involvement in best practice and continuous improvement, undertaking regular site audits/checks
· Close working relationship with MDR Management Team and staff
· Start up and shut down checks to be carried out daily
· Comply with changes to company standards and legislation
· Providing light maintenance of equipment
· Ensure the highest level of housekeeping is maintained
· Clear away blockages to equipment under site LOTO procedures
· Report ant defects
Essential criteria:
· Good understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance
· Good people skills; be able to communicate at all levels throughout the company and externally
· Knowledge of MRF operations
· Good customer service skills
· Good organisational skills
· Full UK car driving license
· Scada knowledge would be preferable
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, perspective 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.

Founded in London in 1912, Biffa is a leading UK nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling and technologically-driven energy generation services. Through the expertise of our people and investment in technology we promote and deliver sustainable waste management solutions.
We provide an essential service to satisfy the business needs of our commercial, industrial and public sector customers throughout the UK, and help them to meet their legal obligations and corporate responsibility commitments.
We employ 10,000 people and collect waste from thousands of businesses and millions of households across the UK each day.
Our surplus food redistribution partnership with Company Shop Group, and our environmental work with BiffaAward and Waste Aid, also have wider benefits for the UK and beyond.
Since 2002 we’ve reduced our carbon emissions by 70 per cent and aim to be net zero by 2050.