Location
St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex

Hours
Shift Patterns – 08:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday (42.5 hours per week). Overtime and call out available.

Salary
£22.13 per hour + Shift Allowance

About the Role
Join Biffa Waste Services at our St Leonards Depot and be part of a team that keeps the iconic "Big Red Trucks" running across the UK. With over 100 years of history, Biffa is changing the way people think about waste. As an HGV Technician, 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 carry out scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections to comply with Biffa’s operator’s licence commitments. Our diverse fleet ranges from light commercial vans to 44t articulated specialist assets, offering plenty of opportunity to develop and expand your technical knowledge. Whether you are a skilled or semi-skilled technician, we offer upskilling and career development opportunities. Previous experience in roles such as PSV Mechanic, Heavy Goods Technician, Lorry Mechanic, LGV Technician, HGV Technician, or HGV Mechanic is highly valued.

Experience
Fully skilled with a full Level 3 HGV/PSV apprentice qualification, City and Guilds qualification, or NVQ qualification at technician level. Previous experience in similar roles is preferred but upskilling is available.

About you
Motivated and professional individual with a strong commitment to safety and quality. A willingness to learn and develop your skills further is essential.

Qualifications
Minimum of a car/van driving licence is required. HGV licence and IRTEC qualification are desirable but not essential.

Benefits
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Fantastic pension scheme
- £500 employee referral scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme supporting physical, mental, and financial health
- Excellent training opportunities for career progression
- Biffa Perkz offering discounts on day-to-day items, entertainment, retail outlets, and holidays for you and your family
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Entry to Eco Drive scheme offering the chance to lease fully electric or hybrid-electric cars
- Staff discount at The Company Shop retailer for additional savings on food and groceries
- Inclusive culture championing diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a creative and effective working environment