Service Manager

Perfect Placement

We are seeking a highly experienced and professional Vehicle Service Manager to join our client, a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership located in Chippenham. This is a full-time permanent position offering an excellent package and long-term career prospects within a longstanding family-run dealer group.

Benefits of the Service Manager:
  • Basic salary of £50,000 per annum plus performance-related bonuses, with potential on-target earnings of £60,000 to £65,000 per year
  • Company car provision
  • Staff purchase discounts
  • Full manufacturer training and development programmes
  • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Strong career progression opportunities within a well-established dealer group
Duties of the Service Manager:
  • Lead and manage the aftersales team, including 9 Vehicle Technicians, 4 Service Advisors, and a Workshop Controller
  • Oversee daily workshop operations to maximise efficiency and utilisation of workshop facilities
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through effective management and support of the team
  • Maintain and improve service policies to enhance customer experience and dealership reputation
  • Support the sale of labour and parts, and manage workshop workflow
  • Liaise with the dealer principal and report on operational performance
  • Ensure all service department activities comply with manufacturer and industry standards
  • Support colleagues through training and leadership to uphold a high standard of customer service
Requirements of the Service Manager:
  • Proven experience as a Service or Aftersales Manager within a medium to large franchise-approved car dealership
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Effective communication and customer service skills
  • IT literate with familiarity in dealership management systems
  • Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
  • Willingness to live within reasonable commuting distance of Chippenham
  • Demonstrable ability to implement policies for customer satisfaction and operational excellence
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Service Manager to join a reputable dealership and lead a successful aftersales operation. If you meet the above requirements and are seeking a new challenge, this role offers both career growth and rewarding incentives.

Contact Josh Buck, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Chippenham and Wiltshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,700 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.
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