WANTED SENIOR TYRE TECHNICIANS

WANTED SENIOR TYRE TECHNICIANS FOR MULLINS TYRES (AUCKLAND) LIMITED IN AUCKLAND.

We are seeking diligent and safety-conscious Senior Tyre Technicians to join our team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the safe and efficient fitting, balancing, and repairing of tyres on a variety of vehicles. They'll play a crucial role in ensuring our customers, vehicles are safe and roadworthy.

ABOUT US

For over 45 years, Mullins Tyres (Auckland) Limited have kept West Auckland moving, from daily commuters and performance car enthusiasts to the heavy-duty fleets that power our local economy. Based in Avondale, we have built a reputation as the experts other experts call, specialising in everything from standard passenger vehicles to 10-tonne trucks and even aircraft tyres.

We believe in doing one thing and doing it better than anyone else: Tyres. We don't distract ourselves with general mechanics; we focus on precision fitting, accurate alignments, and safety-critical repairs.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Service & Operations
  • Strip & Fit: Perform professional stripping and fitting of tyres across various commercial vehicles.
  • Puncture Repairs: Execute puncture repairs strictly according to management guidelines and industry standards.
  • Safe Setup: Ensure all vehicles, trailers, or machines are set up sensibly and safely prior to work to avoid slips or dangerous jacking situations.
  • Methodical Assembly: Work on vehicles in a step-by-step manner to ensure all removed parts are reinstalled correctly.
  • Final Verification: Conduct a mandatory final check of the vehicle before departing the company or customer premises to ensure roadworthiness.
  • Tool Maintenance: Regular maintenance and servicing of all issued tools and equipment to ensure they are safe and functional.
• Fleet Inspections & Customer Management
  • Safety Audits: Perform fleet inspections and immediately report to the responsible person when tyres become unsafe and require replacement.
  • Fault Identification: Proactively alert customers to vehicle faults discovered during inspections (e.g., mechanical issues, wheel alignment requirements).
  • Stock Management: Manage vehicle stock holdings/levels to meet customer requirements efficiently.
  • Advisory: Provide proper recommendations to clients regarding operating procedures and the Health & Safety standards expected in the Tyre Industry.
  • Deliveries: Deliver tyres to customer sites, ensuring a signed delivery docket accompanies every delivery.
• Administration & Communication
  • Daily Workflow: Execute daily calls to customers as per Run Sheets and Service Callouts.
  • Paperwork: Complete and submit all required paperwork daily without exception.
  • Billing Compliance: Always obtain an Order Number from the customer before commencing or finalising work.
  • Dispatch Communication: Communicate with the base regularly—specifically upon completion of a job and before travelling to the next location.
  • Reporting: Inform management immediately of any discrepancies with customers.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance
  • Regulations: Observe ALL customer and company Health & Safety regulations.
  • Personal Safety: Take all necessary measures to ensure your safety and the safety of others is never compromised.
  • RUC Checks: Regularly check the company vehicle for Road User Charges (RUC) requirements and validity.
  • Reporting Hazards: Report any damage, wear, or tear to company vehicles, tools, or equipment immediately.
  • Active Participation: Attend regular management meetings regarding Health &
  • Safety. You are expected to speak up and advise management if you encounter a situation you know is wrong or unsafe.
• Work Schedule & Expectations
  • Availability: Must be available to perform your share of After-Hours Callouts and Saturday work.
  • Professional Presentation:
  • Company uniforms must be worn and cleaned regularly.
  • Company vehicles must be kept clean and tidy at all times to maintain professional presentation standards.
  • Conduct: Maintain professionalism when dealing with customers and members of the public at all times.
• Core Competencies
  • Technical Aptitude: Ability to change tyres and operate jacking equipment safely under pressure.
  • Attention to Detail: strict adherence to Order Numbers and paperwork submission.
  •  Safety First Mindset: Refusal to cut corners regarding jacking, machine setup, or personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements and Skills:

• At least three years of relevant experience.
• A full and clean Class 1 NZ or equivalent driver’s licence is required.
• A class 2 or 4 (HT) Heavy Vehicle Licence is highly preferred for moving client vehicles, but not required.
• Knowledge of tyre fitting and balancing techniques.
• Ability to use tyre fitting and balancing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift heavy tyres and equipment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Warrant of Fitness (WOF) inspection experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of vehicle servicing is an advantage.
• Experience with tyre retreading is an advantage.
• Work will be performed in a workshop environment, as well as roadside assistance.
• Work may involve exposure to noise, dust, and grease.
• Physical demands include lifting and standing for extended periods.
• Be willing to undergo random drug tests while employed.
• Must be NZ Citizen, NZ Resident or eligible to work in NZ.

This is a full-time permanent role, and the hourly pay rate is between NZ$25 and NZ$35, depending on experience. The work hours are between 30 and 70 hours per week, to be worked Monday to Friday between 7 am and 5:30 pm, with rostered Saturdays at 7:30 am and 12:30 pm and rostered call-outs.