Truck Tyre Technician

Octane Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Bonus scheme

Overtime pay

On-call payments

IMI training

Training programme

Career progression

Staff discounts

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Employee assistance

Long service benefits

Vouchers & perks

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking a Truck Tyre Technician based at our Nailsa Bristol centre to fit, balance and repair heavy‑duty tyres across trucks, fleets and haulage operators. The role combines depot work with mobile roadside support and fleet checks.

The successful candidate will have experience as a commercial, HGV or agricultural tyre fitter or be a car/van fitter transitioning to heavy commercial work, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• A valid, clean UK driving licence held for at least 6 months.
• To be at least 21 years old due to mobile service vehicle insurance requirements.
• Experience working as a commercial, HGV or agricultural tyre fitter is preferred.
• Experienced car or van tyre fitters looking to train into the heavy commercial sector will also be considered.
• Strong independent decision-making skills and the ability to work confidently in the field.
• A passion for the Automotive industry and a desire to learn and develop further.

Responsibilities

• Fitting, balancing and repairing heavy-duty tyres on trucks, commercial fleets and haulage vehicles.
• Carrying out mobile tyre fitting and emergency roadside callouts across the local area.
• Completing scheduled fleet tyre inspections and health checks.
• Inspecting wheels and tyres to ensure vehicles meet safe and legal compliance requirements.
• Identifying and reporting faults, damage or potential tracking issues to the Branch Manager.
• Completing accurate service logs, fleet inspection sheets and digital stock reports.
• Working independently in a fast-paced mobile environment while also supporting the wider commercial team.
• Working to company and industry health and safety standards at all times.

Skills

Tyre fitting

Heavy vehicles

Roadside assistance

Fleet inspections

Mobile service

Tools

IMI training

Job description

Our client, one of the UKs fastest-growing fast-fit automotive businesses, is currently looking for aTruck Tyre Technicianbased at their commercial centre inNailsea, Bristol.

As aTruck Tyre Technician, you will be responsible for fitting, balancing and repairing heavy-duty tyres across a range of trucks, commercial fleets, and haulage vehicles. The role will combine depot-based work with mobile field response, including emergency roadside callouts and scheduled fleet checks.

If you have experience as a commercial, HGV or agricultural tyre fitter, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business. Experienced car and van tyre fitters who are keen to develop their skills within the heavy commercial sector will also be considered, with full training provided.

Location:Nailsea, Bristol

Pay / salary:£33,000 - £34,000 basic

OTE:Approximately £3,600 achievable bonus, plus overtime and on-call payments

Shift and schedule:08:30 - 17:30 Monday to Friday; Saturdays 08:30 - 13:00, plus rotational on-call callouts.

Benefits:

• 32 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Achievable performance bonus of approximately £3,600 per year
• Additional earning potential through overtime and out-of-hours on-call payments
• Fully funded technical training, including IMI qualifications
• Extensive on-going training programme
• Career development through training and company growth to boost career progression
• Staff discounts on servicing, tyres, MOTs and automotive parts
• Life Insurance
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long service recognition, enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Retail vouchers, eye care vouchers, buy/sell holidays, cycle to work scheme and Company events

Truck Tyre Technician Responsibilities:

• Fitting, balancing and repairing heavy-duty tyres on trucks, commercial fleets and haulage vehicles
• Carrying out mobile tyre fitting and emergency roadside callouts across the local area
• Completing scheduled fleet tyre inspections and health checks
• Inspecting wheels and tyres to ensure vehicles meet safe and legal compliance requirements
• Identifying and reporting faults, damage or potential tracking issues to the Branch Manager
• Completing accurate service logs, fleet inspection sheets and digital stock reports
• Working independently in a fast-paced mobile environment while also supporting the wider commercial team
• Working to company and industry health and safety standards at all times

To be a Truck Tyre Technician you will need:

• A valid, clean UK driving licence held for at least6 monthsEssential
• To be at least21 years olddue to mobile service vehicle insurance requirements
• Experience working as a commercial, HGV or agricultural tyre fitter is preferred
• Experienced car or van tyre fitters looking to train into the heavy commercial sector will also be considered
• Strong independent decision-making skills and the ability to work confidently in the field
• A passion for the Automotive industry and a desire to learn and develop further

Our client:

They have over 180 centres within the UK and are actively growing. They are known for their strong national presence, modern service centres and commitment to customer care, with ambitious plans to continue expanding their network.

They offer a wide range of services including tyres, MOTs, servicing and repairs, supported by ongoing investment in training, technology and centre development. Their commercial division provides specialist tyre services to trucks, commercial fleets and haulage operators, combining workshop expertise with mobile roadside support.