Cosmetic Alloy Wheel Technician

Carbase; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbase Preparation Centre is seeking a Cosmetic Alloy Wheel Technician to repair, refurbish and finish alloy wheels through the full refurbishment process, including CNC machine-cut refurbishment and tyre handling.

The role requires operating CNC machinery, balancing wheels and ensuring final quality meets Carbase standards while maintaining a clean, safe working environment. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary up to £36,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Experience as Alloy Wheel Technician or CNC Wheel Technician.
• Experience with CNC refurbishing machinery.
• Proven track record in painted and CNC machine-cut refurbishment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality finish.
• Ability to assess repair viability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect alloy wheels and determine repair method.
• Repair kerbing, scratches, corrosion and other wheel damage.
• Prepare wheels for refinishing with sanding and prep.
• Operate CNC wheel-cutting equipment safely.
• Balance wheels after tyre refitting.
• Maintain CNC equipment and related tools.
• Follow health & safety procedures.

Skills

Alloy wheel refurbishment

CNC wheel refurbishment

Wheel balancing

Paint prep

Tools

CNC wheel-cutting machine

Job description

Cosmetic Alloy Wheel Technician

Job Title: Cosmetic Alloy Wheel Technician
Reports to: Cosmetic Lead
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pattern: Mon - Fri
Salary: Up to £36,000 DOE
Location: Carbase Preparation Centre

About Carbase

Carbase is the South West's largest independent pre-owned dealership group, offering a wide range of quality vehicles alongside flexible finance options and aftersales support.

As a family-run business, certified as a Great Place to Work, we're built on a commitment to trust, transparency and delivering a great customer experience.

With multiple stores, dedicated autocentres and a preparation centre, our team works together to make buying, selling and maintaining vehicles simple, straightforward and enjoyable for our customers.

Job Description

The Cosmetic Alloy Wheel Technician is responsible for the repair, refurbishment and finishing of alloy wheels across vehicles progressing through the Carbase Preparation Centre.

The role requires the ability to complete the full alloy refurbishment process, including conventional painted repairs and CNC machine-cut wheel refurbishment, together with tyre removal, refitting and wheel balancing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting alloy wheels and determining the appropriate repair and refurbishment method.
• Identifying wheels that are damaged beyond an acceptable or safe repair standard.
• Completing repairs to kerbing, scratches, corrosion and other cosmetic wheel damage.
• Preparing alloy wheels for refinishing, including sanding and surface preparation.
• Operating CNC machinery to refurbish machine-cut alloy wheels.
• Setting up and operating CNC wheel-cutting equipment accurately and safely.
• Completing painted, polished-face and CNC machine-cut wheel finishes.
• Mixing and applying paint and refinishing products where required.
• Removing and refitting tyres without damaging refurbished wheels.
• Balancing wheels correctly following repair and tyre refitting.
• Checking tyres, valves and associated components during the process and highlighting defects where appropriate.
• Carrying out final quality inspections to ensure wheels meet Carbase preparation standards.
• Maintaining CNC equipment, tyre machines, balancing equipment and other specialist tools.
• Working efficiently to support vehicle flow through the Cosmetic Department.
• Minimising rework and material waste through accurate repair and preparation.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe Alloy Wheel working area.
• Following all Health & Safety, COSHH and equipment operating procedures.
• Supporting continuous improvement across the Alloy Wheel process.

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience as an Alloy Wheel Technician, Wheel Refurbishment Technician or CNC Alloy Wheel Technician.
• Proven experience operating CNC wheel-refurbishment machinery.
• Experience completing conventional painted and CNC machine-cut wheel refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of alloy wheel preparation and refinishing processes.
• Experience removing and refitting tyres.
• Competence using wheel-balancing equipment.
• Good knowledge of paint preparation, colour matching and finishing techniques.
• The ability to assess whether wheels are suitable for repair.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing a high-quality finish.
• Good practical and mechanical ability.
• The ability t