Biffa

A leading recycling firm is seeking a Head of Finance based in Redcar, UK. This hybrid role involves overseeing financial management and leading a team to ensure compliance and robust financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial leadership, commercial acumen, and experience in contract management. Join us to make an impact in the circular economy and support sustainable solutions. The role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment.

Head of Finance - Biffa Polymers 37.5 hours per week - Mon-Fri Hybrid role working from the Redcar office 3 days per week About Biffa Polymers We're proud to be part of the UK's circular economy at Biffa Polymers. By recycling milk bottles collected from kerbsides, we turn used plastic into something new. We work with industry partners to find practical, sustainable solutions that keep materials in use and out of landfill. Our site in the North East of England supplies recycled plastic to customers across the UK and Europe. In this role you will be an effective member of the financial and divisional leadership teams working in partnership with the Polymers Managing Director, R&E Finance Director and Group finance teams to ensure; The Division is well controlled financially, has the right financial information and KPI's to inform decision making, and develops clear and robust financial plans to achieve profit, return on capital and cash flow objectives. Profit and performance improvement opportunities are identified, appraised and implemented. Business strategy and proposed investments are financially appraised and accurately reflected in plans and forecasts. Key responsibilities Overseeing the financial management Biffa Polymers, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Managing financial compliance and contract obligations, identifying and mitigating risks, and leading the finance team. Engage with key stakeholders, including public authorities and financial institutions, to ensure effective contract management. Support audits, ensuring regulatory compliance. to the strategic direction of the business by aligning financial objectives with organisational goals. Develop budgets and strategic forecasts in line with a 5-year planning process. Annual budget responsibility. Essential criteria Strong experience in financial management, and leading finance teams. Commercial acumen, with the ability to robustly challenge financial models and drive profitability. Experience in contract management, including risk management, compliance, and audit. 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.

Health & Safety Business Partner - Fixed Term February 2026 - November 2026 A quick look at the role Biffa's vision is to be an industry leader where people are, and feel safer, together and it's the mission of the Health & Safety team to help the business continually reduce the likelihood and severity of workplace harm. Your role is to provide professional Health & Safety guidance, advice, and support to the business, working closely with senior stakeholders in a pro active and collaborative way to help reach the vision and achieve the mission. This role is responsible for operational sites across Wales and the South West. Your core responsibilities Partner with the Business to collaboratively deliver the vision, mission, and balanced business plan for Health & Safety Provide expert advice to help the business implement effective H&S risk controls Use specialist knowledge and understanding of risk profiles to assure internal stakeholders Impart specialist H&S knowledge to others through education, communication, and training Partner with Site Leads to develop and implement H&S improvement plans Advocate organisational learning by using the TopSet methodology for root cause analysis for incident investigations Collate and interpret data to provide detailed and accurate insight to operational colleagues, that they can act upon, to help the business continually reduce the likelihood and severity of workplace harm Keep updated on H&S legislation and upkeep expert knowledge through self driven continuous professional development Our essential requirements A recognised NEBOSH qualification and professional status 3 years' experience in a demonstrably similar role. Structured approach to applying functional expertise/advice to support the business Ability to link H&S solutions to business benefits and results Collaborative with the confidence to challenge and influence operational colleagues Biffa, 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. At Biffa we believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. It's why you'll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

A leading waste management company in Hull is seeking a Mobile Plant Operator for night shifts, Monday to Friday. This role involves operating loading shovels and 360 material handlers, ensuring safety and productivity while supporting site operations. Candidates should possess a valid licence for machinery operation and basic health and safety knowledge. The company champions diversity and offers a rewarding career in waste management with a strong commitment to safety and employee welfare.

Mobile Plant Operator - Nights Working Nights: Monday to Friday 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 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it's why we're the UK's No. 1 choice for business waste management. To operate and monitor machinery including to a safe and satisfactory standard, Communicate any problems or obstacles to immediate supervisor. Strive to reduce waste and increase productivity across all lines & Support your colleagues in achieving excellence in health and safety, product quality, asset performance and employee engagement on shift. Operation of Loading Shovel and 360o material handlers to unload and load vehicles, stockpile materials, load outgoing vehicles. Carry out housekeeping and maintenance activities and any other tasks required. Carry out daily maintenance and record keeping for mobile plant and plant equipment. Carry out housekeeping activities in all areas of the site. Carry out daily operations on site as directed by site management. Carry our regular inspections of site infrastructure. Control vehicle and pedestrian traffic in all internal areas. Ensure timely turnaround times for all deliveries and collections. Taking due care for the safety of self and others in accordance with health and safety legislation, company procedure and toolbox talks. Reporting of any safety or environmental issues to site management. Attend site safety meetings/toolbox talks when required. Requirements Basic knowledge of Health & Safety in an industrial / processing environment. Ensure employee safety and morale by maintaining a safe working environment. 360, telehandler and Loading Shovel licence Self-motivated The ability to act on verbal and written instructions. 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.

A leading waste management company based in Edmonton is looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. The successful candidate will ensure high plant availability through effective maintenance and repairs. Essential qualifications include Engineering Level 3 and desirable certifications in mechanical engineering. This opportunity offers a competitive salary of £50,720 per annum, with career development and a generous pension scheme.