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Tyre Fitter

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BMW Group

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management
  • Glasgow

AI generated summary

  • You must be accurate, organized, and communicative, able to multitask and work in a team, meet goals, and handle physical demands. Experience with wheels and tyres is a plus; training provided.
  • You will remove and refit wheels and tyres, coordinate logistics with management, communicate with site staff, and work as part of a team to ensure timely service and repairs.

Requirements

  • A high level of accuracy and the ability to multi-task
  • Highly organised
  • Strong communication
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Driven to meet goals and customer expectations
  • Can handle a role that’s physically demanding
  • It would be preferable if you have experience of removing wheels and tyres, but this is not essential and full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

  • In this role, you will carry out the removal and safe refitting of wheels using our buddy system. You will make sure wheels are uplifted and delivered to the site in a timely manner and remove and refit tyres when necessary.
  • Coordinate with management and supervisors to ensure wheels are picked up and dropped off to meet SLAs.
  • Drive to and from sites within an approximate 50-mile radius.
  • Communicate with the staff at sites in a professional manner.
  • Remove alloys and take to the Bodyshop/SMART Repair departments for repair. Then, refit the wheels when back at the site using our buddy system.
  • Remove and refit tyres using the tyre changer and balancer.
  • Work as part of a team to ensure all the above is carried out effectively.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Tyre Fitter at Arnold Clark Linwood?

The primary responsibility of a Tyre Fitter is to carry out the removal and safe refitting of wheels, ensuring timely pickup and delivery of wheels while performing tyre changes as necessary.

Is previous experience required for this position?

While it is preferable to have experience in removing wheels and tyres, it is not essential as full training will be provided.

What are the working hours for this role?

The job details do not specify working hours, but it is likely to align with standard full-time hours typical for this type of role.

How much does a Tyre Fitter earn per hour?

A Tyre Fitter earns £12 per hour, with opportunities for overtime.

Are there any benefits associated with this position?

Yes, benefits include 33 days of annual leave, flexible leave, generous employee discounts, private healthcare, a workplace pension, and more.

Is teamwork important in this role?

Yes, the role requires working as part of a team to ensure tasks are carried out effectively.

What is the geographical range for driving to different sites?

The Tyre Fitter is expected to drive to and from sites within an approximate 50-mile radius.

What qualities are essential for a successful Tyre Fitter?

Essential qualities include a high level of accuracy, strong organizational skills, effective communication, the ability to work as part of a team, and being physically capable to handle the demands of the role.

What tools will I need to use in this position?

You will be using a tyre changer and balancer to remove and refit tyres and will coordinate with the Bodyshop/SMART Repair departments for repairs.

What type of customer service skills are required?

A passion for customer service and the ability to exceed customer expectations to create positive outcomes are fundamental for this role.

Automotive
Industry
1-10
Employees

Mission & Purpose

With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries. In 2023, the BMW Group sold over 2.55 million passenger vehicles and more than 209,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2023 was € 17.1 billion on revenues amounting to € 155.5 billion. As of 31 December 2023, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,950 employees. The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company set the course for the future at an early stage and consistently makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction, from the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase of all products.

Benefits

  • High Work-Life Balance

    Striking a healthy balance between work and personal life is important to us. It keeps us motivated and productive in the long term and thus contributes to our company's success. We support our employees in this aim: through flexible working time models, with care obligations towards dependents, assistance with child care and provision of services and facilities promoting fitness and health.

  • Paid Holiday

    With our paid holiday, we always have enough time to pursue our wanderlust. Whether we feel like visiting countries abroad or just exploring our homeland, there’s no reason to rush. From our balcony or the mountains to exotic beaches, with the amount of free time we can explore, relax, recharge our batteries and simply enjoy life wherever we are.

  • Flexible Working Time Models and Home Office.

    We give special priority to the needs of women and men who wish to devote more time to the family on a temporary basis and also to employees with care obligations towards dependents. Far beyond the legal requirements the BMW Group offers employees the possibility of working flexibly: e.g. the options range from working from home or flexitime days through non-working shifts.

  • Performance-Related and Above Average Pay.

    As performance is highly valued at the BMW Group, we offer our talents performance-related pay that far exceeds legal and collectively agreed requirements. And holiday pay makes every trip even more enjoyable, but that’s not all by far.

  • Employee Vehicle Programme.

    Discovering that unique go-kart feeling – or simply enjoying sheer driving pleasure: all our colleagues have the opportunity to drive their very own BMW or MINI on particularly attractive terms. This way, for many talents enjoying work already starts on the way to the office. With our vehicle configurator, we can create our dream car according to our own wishes and then buy it at an attractive discount – it’s also possible to finance or alternatively lease it. But that’s not all, as we can also benefit from special conditions on a wide range of used cars.

  • Health Management Programmes.

    We want to keep our talents in the best of health. We have our own company healthcare service, which includes preventative measures, stress management, nutritional advice and health training, such as a cardiac sports group. Our medical officers always have time for us: whenever we need medical advice, we can just drop in. We also provide medical screening, vaccinations as well as first-aid kits before business trips abroad and a lot more.