Service Manager & Senior Mechanic

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Service Manager & Senior Mechanic who has management / supervisory experience, leading a busy workshop is required for a well-established, independent garage / MOT centre based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, East Midlands.

ALL LEVELS OF MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE CONSIDERED

Are you currently working in a management position within a busy garage or do you have supervisory experience and looking to move into a management position. Providing you’re a level 4 qualified mechanic and happy to work in a ‘hands on’ role, the company would like to hear from you.

SALARY: £35,000 per annum + Benefits (Company Pension, On-Site Parking, Uniform, 20 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays)
LOCATION: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, East Midlands (NN8)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Service Manager & Senior Mechanic who has management / supervisory experience, leading a busy workshop.

Working as the Service Manager & Senior Mechanic you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the busy workshop while maintaining a hands-on approach to vehicle repairs when required.

As the Service Manager & Senior Mechanic you will update customers on repairs, MOT failures and quotes for work.

As a successful candidate you will need great organisational, time-management, leadership and communication skills.

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Service Manager & Senior Mechanic include:

Workshop Management:

  • Oversee all aspects of workshop operations, including scheduling, job allocation, and ensuring efficient workflow
  • Manage a busy workshop, providing guidance and support as needed
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations

Technical Expertise:

  • Diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicles
  • Carry out routine servicing and repairs
  • Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prepare accurate repair estimates

Customer Service:

  • Liaise with customers in a professional and courteous manner, explaining technical issues clearly and providing excellent customer service
  • Advise customers on necessary repairs, including those identified during MOT tests
  • Obtain customer authorisation for repairs before commencing work
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships
  • Handle customer enquiries and complaints effectively

Administration:

  • Maintain accurate records of all work carried out
  • Order parts and manage stock levels
  • Prepare invoices and process payments

Quality Control:

  • Ensure all work is carried out to the highest standards
  • Conduct quality checks on all completed repairs
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
  • Proven experience as a Service Manager or in a similar supervisory role within a busy automotive workshop
  • NVQ Level 4 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)
  • Extensive experience in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of vehicles
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Customer service-oriented approach
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P12929

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