HGV Technician Apprenticeship - St Helens

GTG Training Limited; St Helens; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Biffa Benefits

Eligibility for Eco Drive scheme

Employee discounts at The Company Shop

Job summary

Biffa is seeking an HGV Technician Apprentice to maintain and repair waste collection vehicles. The position includes comprehensive training to ensure skills in servicing, diagnosing faults, and adhering to health and safety standards.

This apprenticeship provides the opportunity to work with a leading waste management company, with benefits including 21 days holiday and an Employee Assistance Programme supporting health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence, Category B.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vehicle chassis and cabs to VOSA requirements.
• Maintain and repair waste handling equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify vehicle faults.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
• Support health and safety issues.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities

Job description

Job Overview

Biffa is looking for an HGV Technician Apprentice to maintain and repair our fleet of waste collection vehicles. The role involves training to provide maintenance and repairs for a variety of waste collection vehicles and equipment, from car‑derived vans to articulated units and trailers.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vehicle chassis and cabs to VOSA requirements, including 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 health and safety issues to maintain the OHSAS18001 standard already achieved.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
• Valid driving licence, Category B.

Benefits

• 21 days holiday.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support with physical, mental and financial health.
• Access to Biffa Benefits – discounts on day‑to‑day items, entertainment, large purchases and holidays.
• Eligibility for Eco Drive scheme – lease a fully electric or hybrid‑electric vehicle.
• Employee discounts at The Company Shop retailer.

About the Employer

Biffa is a leading waste management company committed to sustainability and growth, with comprehensive training opportunities for progression. The company values diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters a creative, effective work environment that benefits communities, colleagues, customers and stakeholders.