Shift Leader
Biffa Waste ServicesEast Suffolk, England, United Kingdom • England, United Kingdom
Posted October 13, 2025
34983 - 34983 GBP year
Full Time
About the Company
Founded in London in 1912, Biffa is a leading UK nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling and technologically-driven energy generation services. Through the expertise of our people and investment in technology we promote and deliver sustainable waste management solutions. We provide an essential service to satisfy the business needs of our commercial, industrial and public sector customers throughout the UK, and help them to meet their legal obligations and corporate responsibility commitments. We employ 10,000 people and collect waste from thousands of businesses and millions of households across the UK each day. Our surplus food redistribution partnership with Company Shop Group, and our environmental work with BiffaAward and Waste Aid, also have wider benefits for the UK and beyond. Since 2002 we’ve reduced our carbon emissions by 70 per cent and aim to be net zero by 2050.
Job Description
Biffa is seeking a Shift Leader to supervise, lead, and motivate shift production activities in Ipswich. The role involves ensuring Health & Safety standards are met, maintaining quality, and assisting with operational/financial targets. Responsibilities include team management, reporting, and adapting to changes within the Masons MRF team.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of H&S, IOSH (Desirable)
- Knowledge and understanding of ISO accreditations and requirements.
- Previous experience and knowledge gained in the waste sector (Desirable)
- Previous management/supervisor experience of working with large teams in Production/Manufacturing environments (Essential)
- A general understanding on engineering/mechanical principles (Desirable)
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing career development
- Generous pension scheme
- Retail and leisure discounts
- Holiday and travel discounts
- Bike to work scheme
- Challenging work
- Rewarding career
- Diversity and inclusion focus
