Service Advisor

Perfect Placement

We are seeking a professional and experienced Service Advisor for our reputable client in Dorchester. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a skilled automotive specialist to join a well-established dealership, delivering exceptional customer service and supporting workshop profitability. The ideal individual will have a proven track record within the motor trade, possess a strong understanding of dealership operations, and demonstrate excellent organisational skills.

Benefits for the successful Service Advisor:
  • Competitive basic salary of £30,000 per annum
  • OTE potential of up to £36,000 per year
  • Overtime paid at enhanced rates for Saturday hours
  • Monday to Friday working hours with a one-hour unpaid lunch break
  • Rotational Saturday mornings with overtime pay
  • Career development opportunities within a thriving dealership
  • Supportive team environment focused on service excellence
Duties of the Service Advisor:
  • Welcome customers and their vehicles professionally, confirming service requirements
  • Communicate vehicle status updates effectively, providing both technical and commercial advice
  • Coordinate with workshop teams to ensure timely repairs and high performance standards
  • Promote optional extras and accessories, maximising sales through targeted campaigns
  • Manage vehicle collection and delivery schedules, ensuring customer satisfaction
  • Record and maintain accurate customer and vehicle data within the dealership management system (DMS)
  • Process repair orders, invoices, and warranty documentation accurately and within set timeframes
  • Oversee subcontracted repairs, ensuring quality standards and completion deadlines
  • Utilise manufacturer and system information effectively to support workshop processes
  • Maintain warranty and parts records for warranty claims and processing
Requirements of the Service Advisor:
  • Proven experience as a Service Advisor within the automotive industry
  • Strong knowledge of dealer management systems or similar software
  • Exceptional organisational and attention to detail skills
  • Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with customers and workshop personnel
  • Full UK Driving Licence and professional appearance
  • Flexible to work hours from 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday
  • Willingness to work Saturday mornings on a rota basis, with overtime pay
Contact Tom Wharton, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Dorset and Dorchester, today to discover more about this fantastic Service Advisor opportunity.

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