Trainee Tyre Technician

Halfords; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off Halfords products

Trade Price Bike

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wagestream salary access

Share save scheme

Health Cash Plan

Pension & Life Assurance

Job summary

Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is recruiting a Mobile Tyre Technician to join our nationwide team in Scotland. This role covers car, van, truck, and heavier vehicles, with a company van, tools and PPE provided.

You will start with a 6–12 month technician training program, mentored by experienced colleagues, and supported by our Training Team to master tyre fitting and repairs. A strong customer service focus and a full driving licence are essential as you travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn tyre fitting and repair across car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Flexible and able to work overtime as required.
• Must hold a full, current driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Complete technician training program over 6–12 months.
• Assist tyre fitting and repair for various vehicle types.
• Deliver excellent customer service and diagnostics on-site.

Skills

Automotive industry passion

Strong customer service

Flexibility & overtime

Full driving licence

Job description

• £24,825 - £29,500 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

• You will complete our Technician training program, which will last between 6 - 12 months
• 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 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

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

Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel! 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.