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HGV Technician
HGV Technician – Joining Bonus of £1,500!
Location: Biffa Waste – Rutland Depot
Salary & Perks
- Pay: £20.59/hour + Shift Allowance + £10.00/week Tool Allowance
- Joiners Bonus: £1,500
Shift Patterns
- Earlies: 06:00 – 15:30
- Lates (Mon–Fri): 06:00–15:00 / 07:00–16:00
- Overtime & Call Out Available
- Workweek: Monday to Friday
About the Role
"Do you want to be part of the team that keeps Biffa's iconic red trucks and containers running?"
We're revolutionising waste management—and we need a skilled HGV Technician to help. You’ll be responsible for:
- Maintenance & repairs of HGV vehicles (from light commercial vans to 44t articulated specialist assets)
- Scheduled servicing, inspections & fleet upkeep to comply with health & safety and DVSA requirements
- Driver safety overlap—as limitations lift across the industry
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Help deliver Big Red Trucks and keep the UK moving.
We’re Looking For…
A skilled or semi-skilled technician with experience in these roles (or eagerness to grow):
- PSV Mechanic
- Heavy Goods Technician
- Lorry Mechanic
- LGV Technician / Mechanic
- HGV Technician / Mechanic
Career development is encouraged—let us upskill you.
Requirements
✔ Fully qualified (one of the following preferred):
- Level 3 HGV / PSV apprenticeship
- City & Guilds NVQ
- Investors in People (iP) or Irtec qualification
❌ A minimum of a car/van driving licence.
🔹 HGV licence or IRTEC qualification a plus.
The Benefits That Matter
Join a family-owned business (yes, it belongs to the Smith family!). 🚛💚
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- 21 paid holiday days + Bank Holidays off
- Fantastic pension scheme—the future you deserves it
- £500 referral bonus for top-level wins
- EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) for mental/financial support
- Free or discounted-based training to grow with Biffa
- Biffa Perkz: Discounts on cinema, tech, curbside groceries & holiday deals
- Cycle2Work scheme (get a → buy scheme for bikes & accessories)
- Eco Drive: Opportunity to lease an EV or hybrid on favourable terms
- 5-10% staff discount at The Company Shop retail outlets
Our teams are built around values, not just uniforms. Diversity, equity and inclusion are central—your unique perspective belongs here.
Note: It’s worth remembering that with Biffa, you help make better futures!
Ready to drive the change? Apply now.
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