HGV Technician

Biffa Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Greater London is seeking skilled technicians for vehicle maintenance and repair. The role involves working on a diverse fleet from vans to articulated vehicles, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates with an HGV licence and a full level 3 qualification are encouraged to apply. Exceptional training and career development opportunities are available.

Benefits

21 days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Fantastic Pension Scheme

£500 Employee Referral Scheme

Training opportunities for progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Biffa Perkz - Discounts

Cycle2Work scheme

Eco Drive scheme

Qualifications

• Must have achieved a full level 3 HGV/PSV apprentice qualification.
• Minimum of a car/van driving licence required.
• IRTEC Qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

HGV Licence

Full level 3 HGV/PSV qualification

Driving Licence

Technical knowledge

Education

City and Guilds Qualification

NVQ Qualification

Job description

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. You will also carry out scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections to meet Biffa's operator's licence commitments. Our fleet ranges from light commercial vans all the way up to 44t articulated specialist assets, a real diverse fleet giving plenty of opportunity to learn and develop your existing technical knowledge.

We are looking for professionals that may have had the previous roles - PSV Mechanic, Heavy Goods Technician, Lorry Mechanic, LGV Technician, HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic. If you are a skilled or semi-skilled Technician, we would still love to hear from you as we can offer upskilling and career development.

Requirements:

• Fully skilled having achieved a full level 3 HGV / PSV apprentice qualification/City and Guilds Qualification/NVQ Qualification.
• Technician level.
• Must have a minimum of a car/van driving licence.
• HGV licence Essential
• IRTEC Qualification desirable.

Biffa Overview:

With over 100 years of history, Biffa has iconic red trucks and containers that are a familiar feature across the UK. 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.

Benefits:

• 21 days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Fantastic Pension Scheme
• £500 Employee Referral Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme that provides support with your physical, mental, and financial health if required.
• Fantastic training opportunities for progression because when you grow, we grow!
• Biffa Perkz - Discounts on everything from day-to-day items and entertainment to large purchases at many retail outlets and holiday bargains. Discounts are available to you and your family.
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Entry to our Eco Drive scheme Eco Drive is our exciting new employee benefit which offers employees the chance to lease a fully electric or hybrid-electric car.
• As part of the Biffa group, you will be able to apply for staff discount at The Company Shop retailer, giving additional savings on already largely discounted food products and groceries.