HGV Workshop Manager

Biffa is on the lookout for a Workshop Manager

Hours: 37.5

Location: Ipswich Depot

A quick look at the role.

Managing the maintenance and repair of a fleet of waste collection vehicles and equipment consisting of various makes, models and types, ranging from car derived vans to 44t Artic Units and trailers.

Your core responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day workshop operation to ensure maximum fleet availability
• Plan and schedule vehicle inspections, servicing and repairs in line with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements
• Drive high standards of health & safety, housekeeping and workshop compliance across all areas
• Support and manage workshop employees, including performance, attendance and development
• Ensure accurate completion and control of all service, maintenance and repair documentation
• Oversee fault diagnosis and repair work across hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
• Build strong working relationships with operational depot teams to maintain service performance
• Deliver excellent workshop performance, productivity and downtime control across the fleet

Our essential requirements

• Minimum Level 3 HGV NVQ or equivalent, with strong technical knowledge of HGV maintenance and repair
• Minimum 5 years workshop experience and at least 3 years in a supervisory or management position
• HGV Licence essential, with TMCPC qualification preferred
• Proven experience maintaining vehicles and waste handling equipment to current legislative and DVSA standards
• Strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and vehicle electrical systems, including fault finding and diagnostics
• Experience managing maintenance records, compliance documentation and workshop health & safety standards