Wheel Technician

Stratstone; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday (including bank and FH

Exclusive company discounts on usedcar

Pension and life assurance

Job summary

Stratstone BMW/MINI Milton Keynes is seeking a Wheel Repair Technician to join our busy SMART teams across the UK. You will carry out SMART repairs on a wide range of vehicles, perform cosmetic paint repairs to our standard, mix colours and achieve a high finish with a polished look.

Applicants with prior SMART or Wheel Technician experience in automotive are preferred, but we welcome newcomers with transferrable skills from details or painting roles. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SMART or Wheel Technician in automotive.
• We welcome new to industry applicants with transferrable skills from valeting, detailing or painting.
• A full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all aspects of SMART repair to a wide range of vehicles in our workshop.
• Cosmetic paint repairs to internal used car preparation standard.
• Mixing and colour matching, painting repaired areas to a high standard with a polished finish.
• Keeping up to date with industry SMART repair standards.
• Repairing painted or diamond cut wheels to a high finish.

Skills

SMART repair

Job description

Stratstone

BMW/MINI Milton Keynes

Wheel Repair Technician

• Competitive salary, with bonus
• Pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services

A career with Stratstone offers the chance to work with both inspirational brands and pioneering products, in a dynamic and exhilarating environment and we now have an exciting opportunity for a Wheel Repair Technician to join our busy and growing SMART teams across the UK.

As our Wheel Repair Technician you’ll be tasked with the following:

• Carrying out all aspects of SMART repair to a wide range of vehicles in our workshop
• Cosmetic paint repairs working to our internal used car preparation standard
• Mixing and colour matching, painting all repaired areas to a high standard, with a polished finish
• Keeping up to date and learning the industry standards of SMART repair techniques
• Repairing painted or diamond cut wheels that have scrapes and scuffs back to a high standard of re-finish

What does it take to make it as a Wheel Repair Technician and progress with one of the UK’s largest SMART repair operations?

• Previous experience as a SMART or Wheel Technician in automotive
• We welcome new to industry applicants with relevant, transferrable skills. Roles such as Valeting, detailing or experience of painting
• A full UK Driving Licence

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.

We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: [e-mail]. Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.