Training Supervisor (LGV Driver & Frontline Trainer)

Training Supervisor Monday - Friday (Overtime available flexible hours including optional weekend cover)Shift Start Time: 06:00 - 14:15 (Flexible working on request if required by management) A quick look at the roleYou will carry out training for drivers, loaders, operatives and supervisors at Biffa’s recycling and waste management contracts in Manchester, ensuring that employees are fully equipped to carry out their roles. You will have previous experience in a training role or be an experienced driver in the waste management industry, or another service industry. You’ll also need a Category C entitlement on your driving licence and be experienced at driving different types of vehicles.This is a vital role in supporting Biffa’s health and safety-focused culture. Your core responsibilities Operational Support: Assist depots in achieving Vehicle Gate Check, Crew Monitoring, and Route Risk Assessment targets. Mentor staff by addressing and correcting unsafe or non-compliant behaviours observed during checks. Report major vehicle cleanliness or condition issues to the Business Manager. Training Delivery: Deliver all training to a consistently high standard, aligned with Group Training Standards and contractual obligations. Tailor content to meet contract specifications and operational needs. Driver Coaching & Compliance: Coach drivers to improve skills, reduce accidents, and prevent Operator Licence contraventions. Alert Business Managers when drivers fall below competency requirements. Depot-Based Training (DBT): Conduct training on key operational practices, including: Wheel torquing, Manual handling, Vehicle defect checks, In-cab PDA usage, Tachographs/logbooks, Driver debriefsRequirementsOur essential requirements LGV Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) Working knowledge of transport and other relevant legislation Previous waste or service industry experience Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of working within a time critical-service environment IT literate – comfortable using business software and systems and Microsoft Office Suite Excellent time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines BenefitsBiffa – we’re changing the way people think about waste At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. We believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

Training Supervisor

Monday - Friday (Overtime available flexible hours including optional weekend cover)

Shift Start Time: 06:00 - 14:15 (Flexible working on request if required by management)

A quick look at the role

You will carry out training for drivers, loaders, operatives and supervisors at Biffa’s recycling and waste management contracts in Manchester, ensuring that employees are fully equipped to carry out their roles.

You will have previous experience in a training role or be an experienced driver in the waste management industry, or another service industry. You’ll also need a Category C entitlement on your driving licence and be experienced at driving different types of vehicles.

This is a vital role in supporting Biffa’s health and safety-focused culture.

Your core responsibilities

• Operational Support:
  Assist depots in achieving Vehicle Gate Check, Crew Monitoring, and Route Risk Assessment targets. Mentor staff by addressing and correcting unsafe or non-compliant behaviours observed during checks. Report major vehicle cleanliness or condition issues to the Business Manager.

• Training Delivery:
  Deliver all training to a consistently high standard, aligned with Group Training Standards and contractual obligations. Tailor content to meet contract specifications and operational needs.

• Driver Coaching & Compliance:
  Coach drivers to improve skills, reduce accidents, and prevent Operator Licence contraventions. Alert Business Managers when drivers fall below competency requirements.

• Depot-Based Training (DBT):
  Conduct training on key operational practices, including: Wheel torquing, Manual handling, Vehicle defect checks, In-cab PDA usage, Tachographs/logbooks, Driver debriefs

Requirements

Our essential requirements

• LGV Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence
• Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)
• Working knowledge of transport and other relevant legislation
• Previous waste or service industry experience
• Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of working within a time critical-service environment
• IT literate – comfortable using business software and systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines

Benefits

Biffa – we’re changing the way people think about waste

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

We believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

Biffa have been servicing the waste management needs of the UK since 1912 and we’re now a UK leading integrated waste management company. We are proud to lead the waste and recycling industry. With operations at over 195 sites spanning the length and breadth of the country, we service over 2.3 million households and collect 4.3 million bins per week just within our municipal division. From our conception in 1912, our business has developed far beyond waste collection and into recycling, treatment and energy generation servicesOur VisionTo be the leader in UK sustainable waste management.Our PurposeWe're here to change the way people think about waste.Our values truly reinforce what we are all about:• We act as a team- We are working towards a common goal- We look out for each other- We all have an equal voice and respect each other• We make things happen- We are hands on and get stuck in- We find a way- We go the extra mile and always deliver • We do the right thing- We are honest, transparent and responsible for our actions- We keep our promises- We build trust by being consistent and fair• We take pride in what we do- We continually develop our knowledge and expertise- We know our work matters- We take price in a job well done We are a progressive business and innovation is core to our strategy. This means continually developing and improving our extensive UK-wide infrastructure to provide greater flexibility, an innovative and broad range of services and the utilisation of technology to ensure we are easy to do business with.

Biffa have been servicing the waste management needs of the UK since 1912 and we’re now a UK leading integrated waste management company.

We are proud to lead the waste and recycling industry. With operations at over 195 sites spanning the length and breadth of the country, we service over 2.3 million households and collect 4.3 million bins per week just within our municipal division. From our conception in 1912, our business has developed far beyond waste collection and into recycling, treatment and energy generation services

Our Vision

To be the leader in UK sustainable waste management.

Our Purpose

We're here to change the way people think about waste.

Our values truly reinforce what we are all about:

• We act as a team

- We are working towards a common goal

- We look out for each other

- We all have an equal voice and respect each other

• We make things happen

- We are hands on and get stuck in

- We find a way

- We go the extra mile and always deliver

• We do the right thing

- We are honest, transparent and responsible for our actions

- We keep our promises

- We build trust by being consistent and fair

• We take pride in what we do

- We continually develop our knowledge and expertise

- We know our work matters

- We take price in a job well done

We are a progressive business and innovation is core to our strategy. This means continually developing and improving our extensive UK-wide infrastructure to provide greater flexibility, an innovative and broad range of services and the utilisation of technology to ensure we are easy to do business with.