Waste Operative
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026. Biffa scores A on the Alion truth index.
Waste Operative.
A quick look at the role.
Help us make a difference as a Waste Operative based at Bracknell, Berkshire. The Waste Operator will be Operating machinery which include Forklift, Llop, Counter balances, Compactor and Balers. The Waste Operative will effectively and efficiently process waste whilst ensuring all health and safety procedures are adhered to. Each material is to be processed as per the guidelines and all data to be captured and recorded accurately.
48 hours per week
Monday-Saturday 6am-2pm
£13.60 per hour (annual salary £31,824)
Overtime may be available with a 50p per hour uplift
Your core responsibilities.
- Process and sort incoming waste into the correct streams safely and efficiently.
- Accurately capture and record all operational data as required.
- Operate site machinery including forklifts, LLops, counterbalance trucks, compactors and balers.
- Follow all Health & Safety, PPE, site and company procedures at all times.
- Report accidents, near misses, incidents and operational issues promptly to management.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, customer care and positive workplace safety culture.
Our essential requirements.
- Punctual, reliable and flexible, with a positive approach to changing workloads.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work well under pressure.
- Fast and accurate, with a strong focus on meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards.
- Able to read and write in English, with a basic understanding of different waste materials.
And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa.
- Ongoing career development, training and coaching - Because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow.
- Car or allowance.
- Competitive salary.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Retail and leisure discounts.
- Holiday and travel discounts.
- Life cover.
About Biffa -
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 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.
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.