At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Service department to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Company: Join an award-winning automotive group with strong family values.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, employee car scheme, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values equality and progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 38090 - 38090 £ per year.
Salary: Up to £38,090.00 per annum
Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00 and Saturday mornings on a rota basis.
Location: Plymouth
This is an exciting opportunity to join City West Country Ltd in our Mercedes-Benz of Plymouth dealership! We are looking for a Service Advisor to be responsible for leading the Service department to maximise operational efficiency, profitability, sales performance, and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance with company and franchise standards. The right candidate will drive business growth opportunities and deliver departmental KPIs, financial targets, and customer service objectives in line with annual budgets.
Who are City West Country? We are a privately owned, award‑winning automotive group with over 40 years of industry experience, operating successful dealerships across Exeter, Taunton, Plymouth, Paignton and Truro. As our business continues to expand, we’re offering the right candidate the chance to thrive in a fast‑paced, forward‑thinking environment. Owned by a father‑and‑son team, we pride ourselves on strong family values. For the past three years, we have also been recognised as an Outstanding Company to Work For by Best Companies!
What can we offer you?
- Employee Car Scheme
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Global leading training and development programmes
- Scottish Widows salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Access to our exclusive Benefits Hub – discounts on big brands
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme and eye care vouchers
- Life assurance 1 x basic salary for free
- Long Service Awards to celebrate your milestones
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Service Advisor you will be the main source of support for parts and service advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver an exceptional customer experience by maintaining regular communication, managing expectations, explaining costs and invoices, and ensuring vehicles are returned on time and to a high standard.
- Lead and coordinate the customer journey in line with Mercedes-Benz and City West Country expectations and standards.
- Build strong relationships with customers, colleagues, manufacturers, and other stakeholders, promoting a culture of quality, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with manufacturer, warranty, goodwill, and technical standards while maintaining accurate operational processes and documentation.
- Monitor performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and work closely with management to enhance customer satisfaction, efficiency, and profitability.
What We’re Looking For
- Competent IT Skills
- Experience of a customer focused environment ideally in parts or service
- Good telephone and interpersonal skills
- Must be accurate and show attention to detail
If you’re excited by this great opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and join a company that values performance, passion and progression. We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive place to work, with a commitment to equality and fairness at the heart of our values and everyday practices and policies. We aim to recruit, nurture and retain a diverse workforce that reflect the diversity of our customer base.
Want to discuss this role? Call Beth Williams on 01392 825073 or email [email protected]
Service Advisor - Mercedes-Benz of Plymouth employer: City West Country
At Mercedes-Benz in Probus, Truro, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values our Sales Consultants as key drivers of customer satisfaction and business success. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and personal growth, offering ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills in the automotive industry. With a focus on building long-term relationships with customers, you will enjoy a rewarding career in a prestigious brand known for its commitment to excellence.
