Service Manager Required for a Family-Run Independent Car Garage in Dartford!
1. Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 basic per annum
2. Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (30-minute lunch break, no weekends!)
Ready to take the wheel and lead a thriving team? Join a family-run independent car garage in Dartford, Kent, as a Service Manager! Our client’s well-established garage is known for its warm, community-focused vibe and boasts a large fleet contract with 1link. If you’re passionate about cars, leadership, and growing a business, this is your chance to drive success in a supportive, close-knit environment!
Why You’ll Love Working There:
3. Competitive Pay: £40,000 - £45,000 basic per annum, depending on experience.
4. Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch break – your weekends are yours!
5. Family Atmosphere: Join a tight-knit, family-run garage that values teamwork and customer satisfaction.
6. Growth Opportunities: Play a key role in expanding a business with a strong reputation and a large fleet contract.
7. Dynamic Role: Lead a skilled team and make a real impact on profitability and customer experience. You grow the business, so does your job role!
What You’ll Be Doing:
8. Oversee operations for a large fleet contract using the 1link platform, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.
9. Manage and motivate a team of 5 vehicle technicians and MOT testers to drive profitability and maintain high standards on customer vehicles - all make and models.
10. Update and maintain the internal CRM system to keep operations organised and customer records up to date.
11. Identify opportunities to grow the business, building on the garage’s strong reputation and client base.
12. Ensure top-quality service that keeps customers happy and vehicles road-ready.
What Our Client is Looking For:
13. Skills: Strong leadership and organisational skills with experience in automotive service management. Knowledge of 1link or similar fleet management systems is a big plus.
14. Experience: Proven track record in a fast-paced garage environment, managing teams, and driving profitability.
15. Drive: A full UK/EU driving licence and a proactive attitude to lead by example and pitch in where needed.
16. Passion: A customer-focused mindset with a passion for growing a business and delivering exceptional service.
17. Bonus Points: Experience with CRM systems and a knack for business development are highly desirable
If you’re excited to lead a talented team at a family-run garage in Dartford, send your CV to Alex Perrin at Perfect Placement – Automotive Recruitment Consultants. Alex is dedicated to helping folks like you find rewarding automotive jobs in Kent!
Hop on board and be part of a dynamic, car-loving team that’s all about quality, community, and driving success!
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