Alloy Wheel & Paint Technician

Lookers; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Newcastle is seeking an Alloy Wheel Technician to provide exceptional alloy wheel repair services. The successful candidate will carry out repairs, ensure compliance with standards, and communicate effectively with customers. Ideal for candidates with experience in a similar role or tyre fitters looking to advance their careers. Competitive salary up to £32,000 per annum, with comprehensive benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with structured pay scales

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Access to discounted technology purchases

Eyecare vouchers

24/7 access to GP services

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Access to home and technology vouchers

Discounted gym memberships

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role or as a tyre fitter.
• Full driving licence with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs to standard and diamond cut alloy wheels.
• Ensure all repairs meet Lookers' and manufacturers' processes.
• Match alloy paint colours effectively.
• Communicate with customers regarding work and costs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Technical skills in alloy wheel repair

Team player

Job description

OTE

Overview

Newcastle Volkswagen Scotswood Road

Alloy Wheel Technician

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum Including OTE (£26,000 basic)

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday - Friday between 8am and 6pm - Saturday on a rota basis.

Lookers Volkswagen is recruiting for skilled Alloy Wheel Technician to join our small, but expanding bodyshop team. This is the perfect opportunity to work for a main dealer and develop your skills further within Cosmetic repair.

Our Alloy Wheel Technicians provide an industry leading alloy wheel repair service with a focus on delivering a great customer experience every time!

• Carry out repairsto standard alloy wheels and diamond cut alloy wheels using mobile D/cut repair lathe equipment.
• You willensureall repairs are completed in line with Lookers and manufacturers processes.
• You will match alloy paint colours effectively and ensure the highest standards at all times.
• Effectively communicate with customers to agree on what work is required and any associated costs are all approved at the outset.

For this role we are looking for someone who has had previous experience in a similar role, this role would also suit a tyre fitter who is looking to progress their career. You will need to have a full driving licence with a good driving record.

You will also be a team player with a strong attention to details and a focus on quality. If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and one of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application issuccessful,we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us.Thesewill includeverifying your recent employment, address, credit historyandastandardcriminal recordcheck. For roles that require you to drive, adriving licence checkwill also be carried out.Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.