Assistant Manager / Tyre Fitter

Halfords; Middleton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Middleton is looking for an experienced Commercial Vehicle Tyre Fitter. You will fit and repair tyres for cars, vans, and trucks, while also deputising for the Depot Manager when needed. Essential qualifications include being REACT Trained and holding a full driving licence. The role offers great benefits such as discounts on products and services, plus a financial planning support scheme. This position is a fantastic opportunity for career progression in the automotive industry.

Benefits

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off Halfords products

Discounts on groceries and restaurants

Financial planning support

Health Cash Plan

Pension scheme & life assurance

Qualifications

• Must be 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.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for Depot Manager when required, supervising the team.
• Fit & repair tyres for various vehicle types, including car and truck.
• Support with training of junior technicians.
• Conduct weekly stock checks and vehicle inspections.

Job description

Are you an experienced Commercial Vehicle 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.

Qualifications

• Must be 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.

About Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS)

Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is the UK's largest commercial vehicle 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

• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most of 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 Savings scheme with a 20% discount on shares.
• Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs.
• Pension scheme & life assurance.