Assistant Manager

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive service team as an Assistant Manager at a new Fusion centre. You will manage operations, support technicians, and enhance customer experiences. The role offers career progression and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Average uncapped bonus of £7,100

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discounts on groceries and shopping

Financial support via Wagestream

GP Access 24/7

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching colleagues and delivering high customer satisfaction.
• Technical skills or experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Centre Manager in effective management and leadership.
• Drive profitability while focusing on customer journey.

Skills

Customer Satisfaction

Coaching

Technical Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication

IT Proficiency

Time Management

Driving License

Job description

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Join Our Halfords Garage Services Team

This is a really exciting time to join our Halfords Garage Services team. You will be working at one of our new Fusion centres, upgraded with the latest facilities to provide a first-class customer experience and a great working environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving the centre's success.

We are the UK’s largest automotive service, maintenance, and repair business, offering great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme!

Role: Assistant Manager

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work alongside the Centre Manager to provide effective management and leadership, driving profitability with a focus on the customer journey. Ideally, you will have previous hands-on experience as a mechanic, as you will divide your time between the workshop, working alongside technicians, and assisting with daily sales and customer service.

If you are passionate about driving business performance, delivering excellent customer experiences, and seeking a long-term career with progression and training opportunities, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply today!

Benefits & Compensation

• Average uncapped bonus of £7,100 per year (potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week
• Refer a Friend scheme – T&Cs apply

Additional Benefits Include:

• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most Halfords products
• Discounts on groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants, and more
• Family & Friends Discount Events
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enroll in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial support via Wagestream – access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• GP Access, 24/7, 364 days a year
• Share Save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan for wellbeing services and healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

We offer opportunities for career progression, including hybrid training, ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to deliver high customer satisfaction through effective management
• Experience/training in coaching colleagues
• Technical/mechanical skills or experience
• Knowledge of compliance standards, including Health and Safety
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• IT proficiency and willingness to learn in-house systems
• Good time management
• Valid driving license

We’re growing rapidly, focusing on motoring services and electric mobility. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.

Not sure if you meet all criteria? We encourage you to apply anyway! At Halfords, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds, embracing diversity within our one Halfords Family.