HGV Technician Apprenticeship

Biffa; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Biffa as an HGV Technician Apprentice to maintain and repair modern waste collection vehicles. This role offers training in a supportive environment, along with competitive benefits such as training opportunities and staff discounts.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent training and progression opportunities

Biffa Perkz discounts

Eco Drive scheme for electric cars

Staff discounts at The Company Shop

Qualifications

• Valid driving license, Cat B required.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vehicle chassis and cabs to VOSA requirements.
• Maintain and repair waste handling equipment, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and rectify vehicle faults.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

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02.06.2025

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Job Description:

• 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 continued growth, Biffa is looking for HGV technicians to join our expanding team. 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 involves training you to provide maintenance and repairs for waste collection vehicles and equipment, including various makes, models, and types, from car-derived vans to artic units and trailers.

Why it’s an opportunity not to be wasted.

You will learn how to:

• Service and repair vehicle chassis and cabs to VOSA requirements, as well as MOT preparation and presentation
• Maintain and repair waste handling equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose and rectify vehicle faults
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, both electronically and on paper
• Support H&S issues to maintain the OHSAS18001 standard already achieved

Requirements

Here’s what we require:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• A valid driving license, Cat B

Why you will love working at Biffa:

• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for support with physical, mental, and financial health
• Excellent training and progression opportunities
• Biffa Perkz discounts on daily items, entertainment, large purchases, and holidays, available for you and your family
• Entry to our Eco Drive scheme, offering leases on fully electric or hybrid-electric cars
• Staff discounts at The Company Shop for groceries and food products

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