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 10,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it’s why we’re the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management.
We have a current vacancy for a Production Operator in Horsham.
Working hours are: 12 hour shifts, 2 days/2 nights/ 4 off. (only working for half of the calendar year)
7am till 7pm – days… 7pm till 7am – nights.
A quick look at the role.
The role holder, reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for conducting operational tasks at a Mechanical Biological Treatment facility. This shift based role (4 shifts on/off, both days & nights, 12 hour shifts ) will support the 24/7 operation of the plant through the execution of Standard Operating Procedures, housekeeping activities and basic maintenance tasks, all done in compliance with site Health and Safety rules and Company policies and procedures.
The Production Operator will have scope for development within the West Sussex operation should they wish to advance their career.
Why it’s an opportunity not to be wasted.
- Daily monitoring of the process plant, reporting any abnormalities to the SCADA Operator or Shift Supervisor.
- Carry out housekeeping activities in all areas of the site.
- Carry out basic maintenance and cleaning on fixed process plant under the direction of the Shift Supervisor and Electrical/Mechanical Technicians.
- Conducting tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Carry out regular inspections of site infrastructure.
- Take due care for the safety of self and others in accordance with health and safety legislation, Company procedures and toolbox talks. Reporting of any safety or environmental issues to site management.
- Attending site safety meeting / toolbox talks as required.
- To carry out any other such reasonable job related tasks as the Company may require.
- Maintain housekeeping to the safe and high standard that Biffa requir
Requirements
Here's what we require.- Understanding of health and safety issues
- Good customer service skill
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Reliable/punctual/flexible
- Ability to fit in with other team members and work as part of a team.
Benefits
And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa.
- Competitive salary + overtime opportunity at time and a half.
- Ongoing career development, training and coaching – because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Retail and leisure discounts.
- Holiday and travel discounts.
- Bike to work scheme
Dedicated to diversity.
Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.