Industrial Cleaning Operative
Biffa Waste Services
Industrial Cleaning Operative
Biffa Waste Services
Integrated UK waste collection, recycling, disposal
Biffa Waste Services · Sheffield, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-29
Workplace: on_site
Department: Specialist Services
Join us as a IS Operative
Basic Pay: £30,721 per annum
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week
A quick look at the role.
The IS (Industrial Services) Operative will undertake industrial cleaning works at various customer premises utilising high-risk confined space entry techniques, High pressure water jetting equipment and specialist know-how and tools to remediate & de-contaminate industrial systems including tanks, vessels, pipe networks& Land Decontamination works Supporting Large Turnaround & Projects throughout the UK on COMAH & other high risk sites. The operative is required to work alongside a team of highly skilled colleagues on projects with travel required and on occasion, nights away. This role requires travel across the country, will require overtime (paid at appropriate rate) and requires a can-do teamworking and driven attitude.
Our essential requirements.
And here’s why you’ll love it at 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 11,500+ 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.
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.
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Integrated UK waste collection, recycling, disposal
Biffa Waste Services is a UK-based integrated waste management provider that handles waste collection, recycling, and disposal for businesses. Its services are tailored contracts that cover the full lifecycle of waste, from on-site collection to sorting, treatment, and final disposal. The company operates an extensive UK infrastructure and invests in energy recovery facilities and advanced recycling technologies to recover value from waste and reduce environmental impact. Unlike smaller, niche operators, Biffa differentiates itself through its scale, UK focus, and ability to offer end-to-end solutions under strict regulatory and governance standards. The overarching goal is to advance the circular economy by turning waste into usable materials or energy while delivering reliable, cost-effective solutions for commercial clients and driving sustainable long-term growth.
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