You will join as a Waste and Recycling Operative (Plant Operator) to assist in the safe operation of the Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plant. This is a hands‑on role, assisting with the practical intake, weighing, offloading & cleaning of vehicles making deliveries, sorting and loading of food waste arriving on site. The role will assist with routine checking and maintenance activities and be part of a team which operates the site.
Waste and Recycling Operative Requirements
The role will need to follow health and safety and environmental regulations; ensure high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness are maintained on the site. Biogen will provide training and development required for the role.
You must demonstrate a positive attitude towards Health and Safety and working with regulatory bodies, HSE, Environment Agency etc.
The successful candidate will ideally have some relevant experience from a related industry and will ideally hold a driving licence. Telehandler experience and a certificate would be an advantage, but training will be provided if not already held. The role will work Monday to Friday and weekends on a rota basis. Overtime is paid for approved additional hours worked.
About Biogen (UK) Ltd
Biogen is the UK's leader in anaerobic digestion (AD) and one of the largest independent AD operators in the UK. Having expanded its food waste recycling network through acquisition, it has a combined network of nineteen AD plants located across England, Scotland and Wales that provide cost‑effective, low carbon, food and organic waste management solutions. Working with supermarkets, the hospitality industry, food manufacturers and local authorities across the UK, the AD sites recycle over half a million tonnes of food waste each year.
Location
Whitehill Road, Millerhill, Dalkeith, EH21 8RZ
Job Type
Full time, permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday working hours between 6am - 8:30pm on a rotating shift pattern including weekends.
Salary
up to £28,500 dependent on experience + Overtime
Benefits
- 25 days holiday
- 8 bank holidays per annum
- 4% employer pension
- x4 life assurance
You may have experience of the following: Recycling Assistant, Waste Operative, Waste Management, Warehouse Assistant, Warehouse Operative, Health and Safety, H&S, Health & Safety, Recycling Assistant, Waste and Recycling Operative etc.
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Waste and Recycling Operative (Plant Operator) in Dalkeith employer: Biogen
Biogen (UK) Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the forefront of sustainable waste management. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will receive comprehensive training and growth opportunities while contributing to meaningful environmental solutions. Located at the Waen AD Plant, you will enjoy a supportive team culture, competitive benefits including generous holiday allowance and pension contributions, and the chance to make a real impact in the community.
