Trainee Tyre Technician - Mobile - Southampton

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

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus scheme

Overtime & Call-out rates

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Share save scheme

Discounts on garage bills

Job summary

Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is recruiting a Vehicle Tyre Fitter to join the UK’s leading automotive service provider. You will complete a 6–12 month technician training programme, mentored by experienced colleagues, and learn to fit and repair tyres for cars, vans, trucks and more alongside a customer‑focused team.

Role is mobile with a van, tools and PPE provided. An uncapped bonus scheme applies, with overtime and call-out rates, and a structured benefits package.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete our Technician training programme, lasting 6–12 months.
• Learn to fit and repair tyres including car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover.
• Be mentored by an experienced colleague and supported by our Training Team.
• Adopt a customer service focus in everything you do.

Skills

Customer service

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

Are you interested in becoming a qualified Vehicle Tyre Fitter and taking the next step in your career? If so, then look no further - to the UK's largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. We offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme!

• 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.