Service Manager

Vertu Motors; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer is seeking an experienced Service Manager at their Plymouth location. This role includes driving profitability while maintaining quality standards and inspiring team performance. The candidate must have a passion for the Honda brand and outstanding customer care. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 plus OTE of £52,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes a company car, career progression, and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Company car

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to exclusive discounts and cashback offers

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing manufacturer training

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Service Manager.
• Ability to maintain high quality standards.
• Experience in driving performance and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Drive profitability and efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with Honda’s standards.
• Inspire and develop your team to achieve their full potential.
• Maintain a safe, customer-focused environment.

Skills

Strong people management skills

Strong communication skills

Passion for the Honda brand

Ability to deliver results

Job description

Are you an experienced Service Manager ready to take the wheel with one of the most innovative and trusted automotive brands in the world? This is your chance to join Honda - a name synonymous with reliability, cutting‑edge technology, and customer excellence.

At Vertu Motors, we’re proud to represent Honda, a brand that’s shaping the future of mobility. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and driving performance, we want you on our team. Why Honda? Honda isn’t just a car manufacturer - it’s a global leader in engineering excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Joining us means aligning with a brand that values innovation and invests in people.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Drive profitability and efficiency while maintaining the highest quality standards
• Ensure compliance with Honda’s exacting standards and our group processes
• Inspire and develop your team to achieve their full potential
• Maintain a safe, productive, and customer‑focused environment
• Proven success as a Service Manager
• Strong people management and communication skills
• Ability to deliver results through performance, profitability, and process excellence
• A passion for the Honda brand and a commitment to outstanding customer care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive basic salary of £40,000 plus OTE £52,000
• Company car and a comprehensive benefits package
• Career progression within one of the UK’s largest and fastest‑growing dealer groups
• Ongoing manufacturer training to keep you ahead of the curve, We invest more in colleague development than any other motor retailer. Expect structured training, clear career pathways, and benefits that include:
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Preferential service rates and colleague purchase scheme
• Share incentive plan and pension
• Enhanced maternity – paternity packages
• Access to exclusive discounts and cashback offers