SALARY
34k basic, 36k OTE + benefits
LOCATION
Bicester, Oxfordshire
WORKING HOURS
Mon-Fri, shifts: 7.00am to 4.00pm OR 8.00am to 5.00pm...
TYPE
Full Time
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The Role
**Role Overview** Flame Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Service Advisor in Bicester, offering £34k basic, £36k OTE and benefits. This role will involve supporting customers throughout the service process, managing bookings, workshop updates, authorisations, invoicing and WIP control, while liaising closely with the workshop, parts team and customers. Previous Service Advisor experience, a full UK driving licence and automotive industry experience are preferred.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, shifts: 7.00am to 4.00pm OR 8.00am to 5.00pm OR 9.00am to 6.00pm. 1 in 3 Saturday mornings 8.00 – 12.00
Key Responsibilities
What We're Looking For
• Understand and adhere to Service Core Process as set by the Brand and Company
• To carry out a robust job preparation process; focussing on the detail to ensure all customer vehicle issues and information are captured and followed up
• Inform customer of outstanding recall campaigns and arrange for work to be completed
• Clarify for the customer and workshop the basis for the repair – Retail / Fleet / Warranty
• Check the account detail and level of credit left, obtain authorisation and obtain order numbers from customers.
• To promote additional workshop services/repairs where applicable
• Deal with customer needs over the phone and face-to-face with a professional and friendly approach.
• Carry out daily update calls to customers on vehicle progress in the workshop
• Follow up all ‘No Show’ bookings
• Work in Progress (WIP) control for the dept
• Updating VOR’s on Manufacturer platforms on a daily basis
• Gaining authorisation for work required – either from the customer or via customer approval platforms
• To cost the work completed and raise invoices
• Carry out post workshop visit calls to ensure customers are happy with the experience and service provided
• Accept and process all walk-in bookings
• Provide customers with timely updates of vehicle progression through the workshop, monitor expected completion times and advising of any unexpected delays
• To maintain vehicle history and service records in an accurate, efficient and timely manner in line with customer requirements and operator licence standards
• To maintain invoice filing in an accurate, timely and efficient manner
• To ensure parts are ordered/requisitioned once relevant authority is received
• To ensure customer reception area is maintained to a high professional standard at all times
• To order/ arrange sub-contract work
• Build rapport with all staff and customers
• To ensure up to date knowledge and training on all franchise requirements
• To undertake such other tasks as may reasonably be required
• To enhance the image and reputation of the company whilst supporting its commercial interests
• To comply with good health and safety practice, all statutory requirements, company policies and standard procedures
• Previous experience as a Service Advisor
• Full UK DL
• Ideally you will have industry experience within the world of automotive - whether that be HGV or Light Commercial or cars
• Multi manufacturer training programmes available – we will support you with your desired career progression level
• 30 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
• Additional leave with service loyalty (3yrs / 5yrs / 7yrs / 10yrs)
• Holiday + Purchase Scheme (up to 3 days available to purchase)
• Employer Statutory Pension Scheme
• Free Class IV MOT per year
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Referral bonus if you introduce your technician friends (£1500!)
• Paternity pay – Full 2 weeks pay
• Personal Accident Scheme
• Corporate uniform provided
• Cycle to work scheme
• Onsite Parking
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Working for a friendly family business!
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