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HGV Technician
HGV Technician – Joining Bonus of £1,500!
Location: Biffa Waste – Manchester Depot
Salary: £20.59/hour – Shift Allowance Included + £10.00/week Tool Allowance
Shift Patterns
- Earlies: 06:00 – 15:30
- Lates (Mon–Thurs): 12:30 – 22:00
- Lates (Fri): 08:30 – 18:00 Overtime & call-out availability
Working Days: Monday to Friday
About the Role
Have you spotted Biffa’s iconic red trucks and containers? With over 100 years of history, Biffa shapes how the UK manages waste. We’re seeking a passionate HGV Technician to be a vital part of keeping our fleet operational and on the road—ensuring health & safety compliance and DVSA standards are always met.
Among our fleet are:
- Light commercial vans
- Up to 44-tonne articulated specialist assets
In this role, you’ll conduct scheduled maintenance, repairs, and inspections—taking care of everything from trailers, cranes, and compressors to specialist waste handling units, controls, repairs, and servicing.
We’re looking for experienced technicians with roles such as:
- PSV Mechanic
- Heavy Goods Technician
- Lorry Mechanic
- LGV Technician
- HGV Technician
- HGV Mechanic
If you’re skilled or semi-skilled, we’d love to hear from you! Upskilling, apprenticeships, and career progression are core to our growth—here, you can grow with us.
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Responsibilities
- Carrier out routine & scheduled servicing, repairs, and inspections to ensure fleet safety and compliance.
- Perform diagnostics, electrical repairs, fuel system checks, and pedestrian undoing.
- Maintain full records of all work completed, as required by legislation.
- Ensure adherence to Biffa’s兕 traffic management policies and customer service expectations.
- Engage with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to plan, order, and manage spare parts.
- Work ** Independently or as part of a team** to meet deadlines and priorities.
Requirements
- Qualification: Fully skilled with:
- A full Level 3 HGV/PSV Apprenticeship (or equivalent: City & Guilds/NVQ Technical Certificate)
- Technician qualification
- Driving: Minimum car/van licence; HGV licence desirable
- Experience: Technical background in:
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Highwayworthiness checks
- Bonus: IRTEC Qualification desired
Benefits
You’ll join a dynamic team with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation. Here’s what we offer:
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Work-Life Balance
- 21 days holiday + UK bank holidays
Financial & Support Benefits
- Fantastic Pension Scheme
- £500 Employee Referral Scheme
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (Support for physical, mental, and financial well-being)
New Car Schemes & Discounts
- Eco Drive Scheme: Lease a fully electric or hybrid-electric vehicle
- Biffa Perkz: Savings on daily expenses, holiday deals, and retail discounts (applies to you and your family)
- The Company Shop Staff Discount: Additional savings on food/groceries at already discounted rates
Growth Opportunities
- Continuous training & career progression
- Diverse fleet exposure for skill development
We’re Biffa: Equality. Inclusion. Growth.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our culture. We believe that achieving our best futures—for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders—means embracing people from different backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Everyone matters here, and we work every day to build an environment that reflects our communities.
Ready for the challenge? Move mountains with Biffa. Your impact will change the way the UK handles waste. Apply today.
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