Bodyshop Wheel Refurbishment Technician (Mobile)

Snows; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established automotive retailer is seeking a dedicated Bodyshop Wheel Refurbishment Technician to join their dynamic team in Southampton. This role involves refurbishing wheels to the highest standards, ensuring customer satisfaction through quality service. You will operate specialized equipment, manage the refurbishment process, and maintain a clean working environment. With a focus on training and development, this company offers a supportive atmosphere where your skills can flourish. Enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday, and various perks that make this position an exciting opportunity in the automotive industry.

Benefits

30 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Birthday day off

Discounted MOTs, Service & Parts

Life Assurance Benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Tool box insurance (role dependent)

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in wheel refurbishment are required.
• Experience in wheel fitting and refurbishing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Refurbish wheels ensuring quality and timely completion.
• Operate machinery for wheel preparation and finishing.

Skills

Wheel fitting and refurbishment

Customer service

People management

Planning and organizing

PC and Microsoft literacy

Education

City & Guilds, BTEC or NVQ accreditation

Tools

Diamond Cut Lathe

Shot-blaster

Orbital sander

Job description

Location: Southampton Region Hampshire

Category: Accident & Repair Centre - Southampton (SARC)
(Bodyshop)

Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time

Salary: £35,000

The Driving Spirit

Based in the South and South-West of England, Snows Motor Group is an AM Top 50 automotive retailer covering 20 brands across 54 franchises. We differentiate ourselves from our competitors by delivering an exceptional level of service to both our customers and manufacturing partners. We are currently on the lookout for a Bodyshop Wheel Refurbishment Technician (Mobile) to join our established team at Snows Accident and Repair Centre based in Southampton.

Your day

As a Bodyshop Wheel Refurbishment Technician (Mobile), you will be responsible for ensuring the wheel refurbishment operation at the Bodyshop is run effectively, ensuring targets & business objectives are maintained as directed by the Bodyshop General Manager.

Your day will include:

• Refurbishing customers' wheels ensuring they are finished properly and in a timely manner.
• Removing the required wheel ready for refinishing as instructed by our internal systems.
• Removing the tyre if it is a diamond cut wheel.
• Preparing the wheels for diamond cutting and/or painting as per the detailed instruction, using appropriate tools.
• Operating a Diamond Cut Lathe.
• Using where appropriate the shot-blaster to key-up the alloy wheel.
• Using where appropriate the orbital sander to remove small chips/scuffs in the alloy wheel.
• Preparing the wheel for painting/lacquering.
• Updating internal systems on each stage of the wheels refurbishment process.
• Balancing every wheel prior to refitting back to the vehicle.
• Re-inflating tyres to correct PSI.
• Ensuring the wheel nuts have been torqued to the recommended settings.
• Maintaining a clean and tidy working area.
• Attending all training programmes as necessary and when instructed.
• Being responsible for best practices and repair methods for the wheel refurb process.

Have you got what it takes?

• Relevant City & Guilds, BTEC or NVQ accreditation.
• Previous work experience in wheel fitting and refurbishment.
• Commitment to delivering first-class customer service.
• Developed people management and leadership skills.
• Able to plan, organise self and others, and meet agreed work deadlines.
• PC, Microsoft, web literate.
• Full, clean driving licence.

What is in it for you?

• Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Full training and support to help you immerse yourself in the role and Snows values.
• 30 days holiday, including Bank Holidays, plus additional holiday entitlement as recognition of length of service with Snows at 5, 10, 15, 20 years anniversary.
• Birthday day off.
• Discounted MOTs, Service & Parts.
• Recommend a Friend Bonus/ Introducing a Customer Bonus.
• Life Assurance Benefit.
• Snows Contributory Pension Scheme.
• BEN – Employee Assistance Programme.
• Excellent development opportunities to learn & grow with Snows.
• Role dependant – tool box insurance.

Hours of work:

Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00 (with 30 mins for lunch)

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period; therefore, we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of applying then please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.