Halfords
Trainee Tyre Technician
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Qualified Vehicle Tyre Fitter – Apprentice Technician (Mobile) – £24,825 - £29,500 per Annum
Uncapped bonus scheme + Overtime & Call-out rates Mobile role – Van, Tools & PPE provided Hours: Monday to Friday (08:00–17:00) | Saturday (08:00–12:00)
About the Role
Want to kickstart your career in the automotive industry? Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS), the UK’s largest Commercial Vehicle Tyre service provider, is recruiting a dedicated and motivated Vehicle Tyre Fitter to join their team.
You’ll complete a 6–12 month Technician training program, learning everything you need to become a qualified tyre fitting specialist. Gain hands-on experience repairing and fitting tyres for cars, vans, trucks, agricultural, industrial and earthmover vehicles while receiving guidance from a mentor and our dedicated Training Team.
At Halfords, we’re committed to customer excellence – here you’ll be judged by your service attitude as much as your technical skill. Join the UK’s leading automotive group and shape your future with a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
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Responsibilities
- Participate in a structured Technician training program (6–12 months).
- Fit and repair tyres for car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover vehicles.
- Work under the guidance of an experienced colleague and the Training Team.
- Deliver strong customer service in all interactions.
- Flexibly work on weeks and overtime, scheduled as per business needs.
Requirements
We’re looking for candidates with:
- A passion for the automotive industry and a willingness to gain qualifications.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as required.
- A valid full, current driving licence.
Don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes! Halfords values diversity and welcoming applications from all backgrounds. No experience is needed – just enthusiasm to start your career!
Benefits
- Halfords VIP Benefits:
- Up to 50% off garage bills at our Autocentres.
- 25% off most Halfords retail products (tools, bike gear, audio, etc.).
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Top-Up Benefits:
- Insurance, shopping & lifestyle discounts (groceries, dining, entertainment).
- Trade Price Bike discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Up to 20% discount on shares via our Share Save Scheme.
- Wagestream access – take up to 30% of your salary in advance.
- Health Cash Plan for claimbacks on medical and wellbeing services.
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Workplace Support:
- Pension Scheme and Life Assurance.
About HCFS
HCFS is part of Halfords Group, merging leadership in tyre servicing from Lodge, McConechys, Universal, and independent services. Together, we provide nationwide commercial vehicle tyre solutions, delivering efficiency and reliability to our customers. Join a team that’s growing, trusted, and committed to making a difference.
Just drop your application and take the first wheel off with us! 🚗💨
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