HGV Technician Apprenticeship

Biffa; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Biffa as an HGV Technician Apprentice in Bristol, where you will learn vital skills for maintaining a modern fleet of waste collection vehicles. The role offers fantastic training opportunities, fostering your growth within a supportive company that champions diversity and inclusion, while also providing excellent benefits.

Benefits

21 days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Fantastic Pension Scheme

£500 Employee Referral Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Fantastic training opportunities for progression

Biffa Perkz - Discounts on various items

Cycle2Work scheme

Eco Drive scheme for electric vehicle leasing

Staff discount at The Company Shop retailer

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
• Hold a valid driving license, Category B.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of vehicle chassis and cab to VOSA requirements.
• Maintenance and repair of waste handling equipment.
• Vehicle fault diagnosis and rectification.

Skills

Effective verbal and written skills

Strong decision making

Problem-Solving skills

Education

Valid driving licence, Cat B

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge?
• Are you ready to work for a business that promotes growth?
  
  
  

Site: Bristol Depot

• Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge?
• Are you ready to work for a business that promotes growth?
  
  
  

If you answered YES, then this golden opportunity awaits you......

Help us make a difference as HGV Technician Apprentice at our Biffa workshop.

Due to the continued growth, Biffa are looking for HGV technicians to join our growing business. As an HGV Technician at Biffa Waste Services you will be part of the team maintaining our fleet of modern waste collection LGV/HGV vehicles in our workshops.

The role will train you how to provide maintenance and repairs for waste collection vehicles and equipment consisting of various makes, models and types, ranging from car derived vans to artic units and trailers.

Why it's an opportunity not to be wasted.

You will learn how to;

• Servicing and repair of vehicle chassis and cab to VOSA requirements as well as MOT preparation and presentation
• Maintenance and repair of waste handling equipment, including electrical hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Vehicle fault diagnosis and rectification
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping, both electronically and paper based
• Support with H&S issues to maintain OHSAS18001 standard already achieved,
  
  
  

Here's what we require:

• Effective verbal and written skills coupled with strong decision making and problem-Solving skills
• Hold a valid driving licence, Cat B,
  
  
  

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 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
  
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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