Service Advisor - Main Dealer
We are currently recruiting for a Service Advisor to join a busy and established main dealer, representing a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within the motor trade.
We are open to candidates with previous motor trade experience, even if they haven't worked specifically as a Service Advisor. Whether your background is in parts, vehicle sales, vehicle administration or another customer-facing automotive role, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role:
- Acting as the first point of contact for customers bringing their vehicles in for servicing and repairs.
- Building strong relationships with customers and providing a high standard of customer service.
- Booking vehicles into the workshop and managing service appointments.
- Liaising with technicians and workshop staff to keep customers updated on progress.
- Preparing job cards, providing repair estimates and discussing additional work where required.
- Handling customer queries and ensuring a smooth experience from vehicle drop-off to collection.
- Identifying opportunities to maximise workshop revenue through additional work and upselling.
Working Hours & Salary:
- Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm.
- 1 in 4 Saturdays: 8:00am - 12:00pm.
- Basic salary: £30,000 - £33,000 DOE.
- OTE: £46,000.
What's on Offer?
- 31 days' annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
- Contributory company pension scheme.
- Life insurance worth 3x your annual salary.
- Substantial employee discounts on vehicle parts, personal vehicle purchases and servicing.
- Access to an employee rewards and benefits platform.
- Employee Assistance and Support Programme.
- Potential access to private medical insurance, depending on role.
- Structured training and genuine career progression opportunities.
- Official Volvo manufacturer training.
What We're Looking For:
- Previous experience within the motor trade is preferred, but not necessarily in a Service Advisor position.
- A strong customer service background with excellent communication skills.
- A confident and professional approach when dealing with customers.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn and desire to progress within the automotive industry.