AddressAbout Wickham Freight Lines:
Wickham Freight Lines is an Australian; family owned and operated business and one of the largest, privately owned transport companies in Australia. Established in 1992, we specialise in providing long distance freight solutions for a large range of customers. As a cold chain partner, we offer our customers a professional and wholly Australian experience each and every time.
Our Benefits and Culture:
- We work together to achieve our vision: "We provide first class transport solutions that our customers deserve, and our people are passionate and proud to deliver".
- Get access to our free employee assistance program that includes assistance with your health, finances, nutrition and legal advice for both you and your family.
- We are a family owned business and understand that work-life balance can be different for everyone.
- Transport and logistics are our passion, and we love what we do!
- We will enable you to be at your best so you can reach your career dreams and goals.
- Enjoy career fulfilment at Wickham Freight Lines with 25% of our employees that have a tenure of 10 years or more.
Wickham Freight Lines have a state-of-the-art Tyre Workshop and are seeking an experienced Tyre Fitter to join our busy Tyre Bay team. In this newly created role, you will be responsible for all tyre needs of Wickham Freight Lines, entire fleet. Our fleet includes 200 prime movers and over 500 vans. This role will give the right candidate the opportunity of a succession plan of becoming the Tyre Bay Manager for the company within 2 years. The role will require the successful applicant to work Monday to Friday as well as being on call as required.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Record detailed information, complete stock takes and purchase stock for the tyre bay
- Organise and balance tyres/wheels as required
- Remove, repair, fit and rotate heavy tyres
- Select tyres and rims for specific applications
- Inspect vehicle systems/components and determine preferred repair action
- Maintain and operate safe, clean, secure equipment & facilities
- Work closely with Tyre Bay manager on all things tyres and staff management
- Adhere to Occupational Health & Safety procedures
- Adhere to all necessary policies and procedures of Wickham Freight Lines
Desired Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in Tyre Fitting
- Reliable and punctual with an excellent attitude to work
- A willingness to progress
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Possess a ‘C’ class driver’s licence
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to tyre fitting
- Good Fitness level with the ability to carry out tyre fitting tasks
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work within a team
