Data Analyst - Engineering

Role overview

This position is based at Aldridge, with the option to work remotely after you have been trained on Biffa systems. The schedule is Monday to Friday.

You will support Group Engineering by driving continuous improvement, digital transformation, and stronger data governance through Microsoft Power Platform tools. The role focuses on improving reporting, automation, asset management, project monitoring, and performance analysis so the business can work more efficiently, maintain compliance, and make better decisions. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Procurement, IT, and external organisations to make sure engineering systems and data support wider business goals and the engineering transformation plan.

What you'll do

• Create and improve Power BI dashboards, KPI scorecards, and reporting tools that highlight asset performance, compliance, maintenance activity, project status, and operational efficiency.
• Build and support Power Apps, Power Automate workflows, SharePoint-based solutions, and Microsoft Lists to simplify engineering processes and cut down manual administration.
• Maintain and optimise engineering platforms such as FleetWave, D365, telematics systems, maintenance databases, and mobile plant reporting tools.
• Analyse asset usage, idle time, fuel consumption, maintenance patterns, lifecycle costs, and fleet performance to support better operational decisions.
• Contribute to automation, system integration, standardisation, and wider digital improvement across Group Engineering.
• Develop and maintain governance and tracking tools for major engineering projects, asset replacement programmes, and strategic initiatives.
• Keep engineering data, asset registers, compliance information, and financial records accurate, controlled, and aligned with governance requirements.
• Work with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Procurement, IT, and external partners to deliver scalable digital solutions that strengthen business performance.

What we're looking for

• A full UK driving licence.
• Strong hands-on capability with Microsoft Power Platform tools.
• Proven experience creating Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Practical experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Microsoft Lists.
• Background in analysing engineering, operational, maintenance, or asset management data.
• Experience in data analysis, reporting, and improving business processes.
• Ability to work across and manage multiple datasets and business systems.

Working pattern

The role follows a Monday-to-Friday schedule.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Ongoing training, development, and coaching to support your growth.
• A generous pension scheme.
• Discounts on retail and leisure.
• Discounts on holidays and travel.
• Life cover.

Additional information

Biffa invests heavily in its people, and many senior engineers have progressed internally. Team members have been supported through degrees, MBAs, and Level 5 and Level 7 Leadership and Management qualifications while employed.

About Biffa

Biffa works to change the way people think about waste. The business turns waste into sustainable power, finds new recycling solutions, and helps keep streets clean. With more than 11,500 colleagues across the UK, the company offers roles that are rewarding, challenging, and varied.

Diversity and inclusion

Inclusion is a core part of the culture. Different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are seen as essential to creating a creative, effective workplace that reflects communities and delivers strong outcomes for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.