The posting
Job Description
The Bus Tyre Changing Specialist is responsible forinspecting, removing, replacing, and maintaining tyres on buses to ensure vehicle safety, reliability, and compliance with company and regulatory standards. The role requires adherence to workplace safety procedures and efficient turnaround of fleet vehicles to minimize downtime.
Core Responsibilities
Tyre Inspection & Maintenance
- Conduct routine tyre inspections on buses.
- Check tyre tread depth, air pressure, wear patterns, cuts, bulges, and other defects.
- Identify tyres that require replacement or repair.
- Ensure tyres comply with company safety standards and legal requirements.
- Always maintain 10% of float for tyres.
- Take note of 2 different brands of tyres for different models of buses.
- Take note of different sizes of tyres and rim designs.
- Take note of EV & Non-EV tyres.
Tyre Removal & Replacement
- Safely remove and install bus tyres using appropriate tyre-changing equipment.
- Perform wheel and tyre assembly, disassembly and inflation.
- Replace damaged valves, rims, and other wheel components when necessary.
Repair & Troubleshooting
- Diagnose tyre-related issues including abnormal wear, punctures, and alignment concerns.
- Carry out tyre repairs where permitted under company procedures.
Equipment & Tool Management
- Operate tyre-changing machines, hydraulic jacks, wheel lifters, impact wrenches, and torque tools safely.
- Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Report defective or unserviceable tools and equipment promptly.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations and company safety procedures.
- Wear and maintain appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ensure safe handling and storage of tyres, wheels, and related equipment.
- Maintain good housekeeping standards within the workshop.
Documentation & Reporting
- Record tyre replacement, repair, and inspection activities accurately.
- Keep those tyres that are changed out & match them with similar tread dept that needs replacement for other buses.
- Keep track of bus vehicle numbers that have replaced with hand take over forms.
- Update maintenance records and fleet management systems as required.
- Report tyre failures, safety concerns, and recurring defects to supervisors.
Qualifications & Work Experience
Education & Experience
- Secondary education or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in tyre servicing, automotive maintenance, or commercial vehicle workshops preferred.
- Experience handling heavy vehicle or bus tyres is an advantage.
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of bus tyre specifications and maintenance procedures.
- Ability to operate tyre-changing and wheel-balancing equipment.
- Understanding of tyre wear analysis and fault diagnosis.
- Familiarity with torque tightening requirements and tyre safety standards.
The candidate shall be assessed based on their years of experience and technical capabilities to determine the overall compensation package and seniority.



