Tyre Technician

Lookers; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Lookers as a Tyre Fitter at our Maidstone Mercedes-Benz location. This role involves fitting and repairing tyres, delivering excellent customer service, and effectively managing your daily schedule. You will benefit from competitive pay, generous leave, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Colleague car plans

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Critical illness cover

Access to health services

Qualifications

• Experience in tyre fitting, repairing, and diagnosing faults.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of computer systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Fit new tyres, balance wheels, and conduct puncture repairs.
• Manage tyre pressure monitors and perform wheel alignments.
• Organize work schedules daily.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Job description

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Overview

Maidstone Mercedes-Benz

Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm, Saturdays on a rota basis 8.00am to 12.00pm

Salary: Up to £32,000

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 excellent customer service and possess strong time management skills, as you'll be organising your work schedule each day.

• Fit new tyres
• Balance wheels
• Perform wheel alignments
• Conduct puncture repairs
• Manage tyre pressure monitors

You will have previous experience in a similar role, with excellent communication skills and practical knowledge of computer systems. It is important that you are able to work as part of a team as well as independently.

You will be a people person with excellent verbal, numerical, and written communication skills. You should 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 our Talent Acquisition Team members will be in touch.

About us

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

We believe our people are our most valuable asset. We value their commitment, which is why we offer a market-leading rewards and benefits package.

• Competitive salaries with clear pay scales as you develop
• Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
• Eligibility to join our colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity, adoption (6 months full pay), and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)
• Critical illness cover after 2 years, plus life assurance and free will writing service
• Techscheme for the latest tech at reduced costs, eye care scheme, and discounted shopping vouchers
• Employee assistance programme and free access to Smart Health, providing 24/7 GP services for employees and their immediate families

Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a discrimination-free, inclusive workplace that empowers our staff to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, relevant employment checks will be conducted prior to your start date, including verification of recent employment, address, credit history, and criminal record. For roles requiring driving, a driver’s license check will also be performed.