Trainee Tyre Technician

Halfords Group PLC; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service company in Lancashire is seeking a qualified Vehicle Tyre Fitter. You will receive comprehensive training to fit and repair tyres across various vehicles while enjoying a customer service-focused environment. The role offers a competitive salary, uncapped bonus scheme, and a range of benefits including discounts and financial planning support.

Benefits

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discounts on groceries and shopping

Financial planning support via Wagestream

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified Vehicle Tyre Fitter, willing to obtain relevant qualifications.
• Completing Technician training program lasting 6 - 12 months.
• Customer service focus in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Fit and repair tyres for car, van, truck, and more.
• Provide excellent customer service in all duties.

Skills

Passion for working in the automotive industry

Flexibility

Willingness to work overtime

Full current driving licence

Job description

Apply now Job no: 561091
Work type: Full time
Site: Preston
Categories: Mechanic, Autocentre Colleagues
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £22,880 - £28,000 per annum + bonus
Business Area: Lodge Tyres Commercial

We are seeking a qualified Vehicle Tyre Fitter to join our team. As the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, we offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme.

• 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

To be successful in this role, you will complete our Technician training program, which will last between 6 - 12 months. You will be mentored by an experienced colleague and supported by our dedicated Training Team.

• Learn to fit & repair tyres including car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover
• Adopt a customer service focus in everything you do

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 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

• Passion for working in the automotive industry and willing to obtain the relevant qualifications
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime.
• Must possess a full, current driving licence

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. If you’re interested in this role, please apply today.