HGV Chargehand Technician

Biffa; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been a leader in waste management for over a century. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse fleet, ensuring vehicles are maintained to the highest standards while adhering to health and safety regulations. With a commitment to diversity and equality, this innovative firm provides a dynamic work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent training, and a variety of benefits designed to support you and your family. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a real impact in the industry.

Benefits

Wellbeing scheme

21 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Biffa Perkz discounts

Cycle2Work scheme

Eco Drive scheme

Staff discount at The Company Shop

Competitive pay rates

Excellent training opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully skilled with Level 3 HGV / PSV qualification.
• Minimum of a car/van driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance and repair of vehicles and waste management equipment.
• Carry out scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections.

Skills

HGV / PSV apprenticeship qualification

City and Guilds qualification

NVQ qualification

Driving licence (car/van)

HGV licence

IRTEC qualification

Education

Level 3 HGV / PSV apprentice qualification

City and Guilds or NVQ qualification

Job description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Biffa Waste - Hailsham Depot

Salary: £21.35p/h

Shift Pattern: Early and Late shifts - Overtime & Call Out Available

Have you seen our "Big Red Trucks"? With over 100 years of history, Biffa's iconic red trucks and containers are a familiar feature across the UK. Do you want to be part of the team that keeps all this running?

You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles and waste management handling equipment to meet health and safety legislation and DVSA requirements. Additionally, you will carry out scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections to meet Biffa's operator's licence commitments. Our fleet ranges from light commercial vans to 44t articulated specialist assets, providing diverse learning and development opportunities.

At Biffa, we believe that diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. We champion diversity and equality at every turn.

We're here to change the way people think about waste. With over 100 years of history, Biffa's iconic red trucks and containers are a familiar feature across the UK. Whether turning waste into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle, or keeping streets clean, every day offers an opportunity to improve lives. Over 10,000 people trust us to provide rewarding careers that are often challenging but never dull.

Requirements:

• Fully skilled with a full Level 3 HGV / PSV apprentice qualification, City and Guilds, or NVQ qualification
• Technician level
• Minimum of a car/van driving licence
• HGV licence desirable
• IRTEC qualification desirable

Benefits:

• Wellbeing scheme for you and your family
• 21 days holiday + Bank Holidays and travel discounts on hotels and flights
• Biffa Perkz - discounts on everyday items, entertainment, large purchases, and holidays, available to you and your family
• Cycle2Work scheme, including insurance, bike discounts, and lifetime safety checks
• Eco Drive scheme - lease fully electric or hybrid-electric cars
• Staff discount at The Company Shop for groceries and food products
• Competitive pay rates and excellent training opportunities for progression

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet