At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair our iconic red trucks and waste management equipment.
- Company: Join Biffa, a leading waste management company with over 100 years of history.
- Benefits: Earn £20.59p/h, enjoy a £1,500 joining bonus, and access fantastic perks.
- Other info: Enjoy 21 days holiday, a great pension scheme, and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that’s changing the way people think about waste!
- Qualifications: HGV/PSV qualification preferred; skilled or semi-skilled technicians welcome.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Joining Bonus of £1,500 !!
Pay Rate: £20.59p/h + Shift Allowance + £10.00 p/w Tool Allowance
Shift Patterns: Earliest 6:00 - 15:30 Lates Mon - Thurs 12:30 - 22:00 & Fri 8:30am - 6pm, Overtime & Call Out Available Monday to Friday.
You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles and waste management handling equipment to meet health and safety legislation and DVSA requirements. You will also carry out scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections to meet Biffa's operator’s licence commitments. Our fleet ranges from light commercial vans all the way up to 44t articulated specialist assets, providing plenty of opportunity to learn and develop your existing technical knowledge.
We are looking for professionals that may have had previous roles such as PSV Mechanic, Heavy Goods Technician, Lorry Mechanic, LGV Technician, HGV Technician, or HGV Mechanic. If you are a skilled or semi-skilled Technician, we would still love to hear from you as we can offer upskilling and career development.
Requirements:
- Fully skilled having achieved a full level 3 HGV / PSV apprentice qualification/City and Guilds Qualification/NVQ Qualification.
- Must have a minimum of a car/van driving licence.
- HGV licence desirable.
- IRTEC Qualification desirable.
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 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.
HGV Technician in Manchester employer: Biffa plc
Biffa Waste is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive pay rates, a generous benefits package including a joining bonus, pension scheme, and access to discounts, Biffa fosters an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. Join our Manchester Depot team and be part of a company dedicated to changing the way people think about waste while enjoying fantastic training opportunities and a commitment to your well-being.
