At Wessex Garages, we’ve been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these leading brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme.
We’re proud to offer our customers and colleagues an experience built on Knowledge, Value, Transparency, and Trust — values that are at the heart of everything we do.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy Fleet Sales Department, supporting the team with varied administrative demands. Reporting to the Fleet Department Manager and based at our Head Office in Pennywell Road, Bristol, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day fleet administration. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who can quickly get up to speed, take ownership of tasks, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who is confident communicating with colleagues and customers at all levels. Previous administrative experience is preferred, along with strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience in fleet administration is desirable but not essential.
Key responsibilities:
1. Monitor and maintain the fleet database, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date
2. Provide comprehensive administrative support across the Fleet Department
3. Manage administration related to new vehicle preparation prior to delivery
4. Support and cover other administrative functions within the team as required
What we’re looking for:
5. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills
7. Good IT proficiency
8. Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage workload effectively
9. Team player with a flexible and proactive approach
10. Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering a high-quality service
Key information:
11. Part-time role: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday
12. Working pattern can be flexible for the right candidate
13. Based on-site in Bristol
Why Join Wessex Garages?
We’re committed to supporting our people with a range of benefits designed to promote wellbeing, reward loyalty, and enhance your overall experience at work:
14. Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
15. Pension Scheme – We contribute to your future with company-backed pension support.
16. Exclusive Employee Schemes – Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
17. Wellbeing Support – Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you’ll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
18. Health Benefits – We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year-round.
19. Event Perks – As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our colleagues.
Please note:
20. Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process.
21. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
22. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.
To see all our latest vacancies, please visit www.wessexgarages.com/recruitment
Reference VAN0578