Materials Scientist

Job Title: Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility Operator

Estimated Salary: £52,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility Operator to join Biffa at our hazardous waste transfer facility. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for efficiently receiving, processing, and dispatching incoming wastes.

Main Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control all processes within the facility in terms of people and equipment to ensure operational productivities and plant availability.
• Ensure security of waste entering the facility and disposal in line with customer requirements, at minimised cost.
• Carry out regular stock control and inventory of materials, both waste and consumables held on site.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in all areas and ensure any housekeeping activities are carried out in an effective and timely manner.
• Implement and ensure compliance with all company policy, process, and procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a chemist on a hazardous waste management business or chemical/manufacturing industry.
• Minimum of a HNC Chemistry qualification.
• GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics and English Language.
• IT literate – confident use of MS Office.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure and monitor data.
• Full, clean UK valid driving licence.
• Willingness to travel within the UK for business meetings and project work at other locations.
• Flexible and adaptable.

We offer a competitive salary, ongoing career development, training, and coaching, generous pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts, holiday and travel discounts, and bike to work scheme.

Why Work with Us?

We believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. At Biffa, we champion diversity and equality at every turn.