Process Controller
Biffa Waste Services
Posted: April 2, 2026
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Quick Summary
Process Controller in Wakefield, UK, responsible for overseeing SCADA operations, reporting close calls and incidents, and ensuring compliance with SHEQ policies and company standards.
Required Skills
Job Description
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.