Assistant Manager / Tyre Fitter

Halfords; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A large automotive service company in Manchester is seeking an experienced Commercial Vehicle Tyre Fitter to join their team. This role involves fitting and repairing various types of tyres, supervising junior technicians, and supporting depot management. The ideal candidate should have experience in tyre fitting and a current driving licence. Benefits include a competitive salary, discounts, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off Halfords products

Financial planning support

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial vehicle tyre fitting and repair is essential.
• Ability to supervise a team and manage performance.
• Willingness to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for Depot Manager when required.
• Fit and repair various types of tyres.
• Support training of junior technicians.
• Conduct stock checks and vehicle inspections.

Skills

Experienced Commercial Tyre Fitter (REACT Trained)

Possess a full, current driving licence

Managerial / Supervisory experience

Able to work with heavy machinery

Job description

• £32,000 - £34,000 per annum
• Uncapped bonus scheme, including Overtime & Call-out rates
• Mobile role – Van, Tools & PPE provided
• Monday to Friday 08.00 – 17.00, Saturday 08.00 – 12.00

Are you an experienced CommercialVehicle Tyre Fitter looking to progress your career? If so, then look no further - apply today to the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. We offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme!

Key duties include:

• Deputise for Depot Manager when required, supervising the team and ensuring key performance indicators are met.
• Fit & repair tyres including car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover – roadside & in depot
• Support with training of more junior technicians
• Conduct weekly stock checks and vehicle inspections

Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is the UK's largest CommercialVehicle Tyre service provider. As part of the Halfords Group, HCFS was formed by acquiring three large entities: Lodge, McConechys, and Universal, alongside some previous independent tyre management services enabling us to offer nationwide coverage for our customers.

Benefits Include:

• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Skills & Experience:

• Experienced Commercial Tyre Fitter (REACT Trained)
• Possess a full, current driving licence
• Managerial / Supervisory experience is highly desirable
• Willing and able to work with heavy machinery and equipment in an outdoor environment.

Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.