Tyre Technician

Lookers; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Chelmsford is looking for a Tyre Technician to join their team. The role demands technical expertise in tyre repairs and fitting, alongside strong customer service and communication skills. You will be responsible for various tasks, including balancing wheels, conducting wheel alignments, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £36,000 OTE, highlighting a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Access to discounted technology

Eyecare vouchers

24/7 GP access

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Flexible pay access

Free will writing services

Discounted gym memberships

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in removing, repairing, and fitting tyres.
• Ability to diagnose tyre faults and suggest solutions.
• Practical knowledge of computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Fit new tyres and balance wheels.
• Conduct wheel alignment and puncture repairs.
• Ensure proper tyre pressure.

Skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Job description

OTE

Overview

Tyre Technician

Chelmsford Land Rover

Permanent Full Time

Monday to Friday 8.30am to 17.00pm. Saturdays on rota 08.00 to 12.00

Salary: Up to £36,000 OTE (Basic salary £30,000)

Who we’re looking for:

You’re already experienced in removing, repairing and fitting tyres, with the ability to diagnose tyre faults and determine whether repair or replacement is the right solution for the customer.

You’ll also have some experience of delivering great customer service and excellent time management skills, as you’ll be organising your work schedule each day

• Fit new tyres
• Balancing wheels
• Wheel alignment
• Puncture repairs
• Tyre pressure

You will have previous experience gained in a similar role. You will possess excellent communication skills, and practical knowledge of computer systems. It is important that youare able towork as part of a team as well as having the ability to work independently.

You will be a people person with excellent verbal, Numerical and written communication skills. You will be able to work both independently and as part of a dynamic team.

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and one of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application issuccessful,we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us.Thesewill includeverifying your recent employment, address, credit historyandastandardcriminal recordcheck. For roles that require you to drive, adriving licence checkwill also be carried out.Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.