Operational Maintenance Specialist

1 month ago


Horsham, West Sussex, United Kingdom Biffa Full time

Biffa is a leading waste management company that turns waste into sustainable power. As an Operational Maintenance Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation of our facilities.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £49,940 per annum, plus a range of benefits including ongoing career development, training, and coaching because if you don't grow, we don't grow.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems within our MBT facility. This involves ensuring plant machinery and equipment are running at optimal efficiency, minimizing downtime, and adhering to all health and safety protocols.

  • Maintenance and Repairs: Perform scheduled and reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and automated systems, including conveyors, shredders, pumps, fans, and other waste processing equipment.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose faults in machinery and systems, identifying the root cause of breakdowns and implementing effective solutions to minimize operational disruptions.
  • Electrical Systems: Work on electrical installations and repair, including control systems, motor circuits, switchgear, and PLC systems. Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.
  • Mechanical Systems: Repair and maintain mechanical systems, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems, gearboxes, motors, bearings, and rotating machinery.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will require:

  • A Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent.
  • A Certificate of Competence in Industrial Electrical Maintenance.
  • Working knowledge of and practical experience of working on pumps, conveyor belts, screw conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, basic electrical engineering knowledge, compressors, motors, and gearboxes.
Why Biffa?

Biffa offers a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and develop their careers. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace culture that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.


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