HGV Technician

Biffa plc; Manchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated HGV Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation. With over 100 years of history, the company is committed to changing the way people think about waste management. You'll enjoy fantastic training opportunities for career progression, a supportive work environment, and a range of perks including holidays, pension schemes, and employee discounts. If you're passionate about vehicle maintenance and eager to grow, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

21 days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Fantastic Pension Scheme

£500 Employee Referral Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training opportunities for progression

Biffa Perkz discounts

Cycle2Work scheme

Eco Drive scheme for electric cars

Staff discount at The Company Shop

Qualifications

• Skilled in vehicle maintenance and repair with HGV/PSV qualifications.
• Experience with health and safety compliance in vehicle operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles.
• Conduct scheduled inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Maintenance and repair of vehicles

Health and safety legislation compliance

Preventative service and maintenance inspections

Technical knowledge in HGV/PSV

Education

Level 3 HGV/PSV apprentice qualification

City and Guilds Qualification

NVQ Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Repair equipment

Job description

HGV Technician - Joining Bonus of £1,500 !!

Biffa Waste - Gorton Depot
Pay Rate: £19.22p/h
Shift Pattern – Early and Lates rotating one week of each - Overtime & Call Out Available

Monday to Friday (45hrs per week)

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

We are here to change the way people think about waste!

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, providing a diverse fleet with plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your existing technical knowledge.

We are looking for professionals who may have had previous roles as PSV Mechanic, Heavy Goods Technician, Lorry Mechanic, LGV Technician, HGV Technician, or 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.

• 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 desirable.
• IRTEC Qualification desirable.

Here is why you will love it at Biffa:

• 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 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.

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. This is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity, and inclusion at every turn.