Full Time Bicycle Mechanic

Cycle Exchange Limited
Kingston upon Thames
3 days ago
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Overview

We are Cycle Exchange and we are on a mission to change bike retail in the UK and beyond. Are you an experienced bike mechanic looking for a new and different opportunity? You should come and talk to us. We are hiring for our Flagship Store in Kingston upon Thames.

The Role Details...

We are looking for an experienced mechanic to join our team in Kingston upon Thames servicing and repairing bicycles for the local community. The role will be varied and will suit someone with experience who is looking to work towards being at the top of their game when it comes to the best the sport has to offer.

Working alongside our purchasing and reconditioning team you will be a key component in inspecting incoming used bicycles, as well as ensuring our reconditioned product is prepared to our high and well respected standards.

Responsibilities

As part of the Kingston upon Thames team, you will service and repair bicycles for the local community. The role will be varied and aims to have you at the top of your game in relation to the best the sport has to offer. You will work alongside our purchasing and reconditioning team to inspect incoming used bicycles and ensure our reconditioned product is prepared to our high and well respected standards.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 2yrs workshop experience with premium bicycles
  • Excellent working knowledge of modern bicycle standards and systems
  • Ability to service and repair bicycles to the highest standard and within expected timeframes
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Be a team player but also work effectively on your own
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to ever evolving bicycle design and platforms
Benefits
  • Relaxed working atmosphere with a strong productivity ethos
  • Training and further skills as required
  • Growth focused company
  • Trade pricing for staff
  • Annual salary / bonus review
  • Monthly staff activity evenings
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Free coffee

Note: salary bands and benefits are not listed as we tend to flex those to the candidate in terms of experience, skills and potential.


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