At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic workshop team, ensuring top-notch service and efficiency.
- Company: Join Johnsons Cars, a leading independent automotive retailer with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, staff discounts, and career progression.
- Other info: Be part of a thriving team dedicated to exceptional customer experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in the automotive sector and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
At Johnsons Cars, we don’t just sell vehicles - we create exceptional customer experiences. As one of the UK’s leading independent automotive retail groups, with over 50 award-winning dealerships nationwide, we represent 15 globally recognised brands including Volkswagen, Ford, Hyundai, Skoda, Mazda, and Honda.
Why Join Johnsons Cars?
- Basic salary up to £30,750 with a £40,000 OTE
- 31 days holiday, rising to 33 with service
- Birthday off - an extra paid day to celebrate
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts & labour across all brands
- Dentist on Demand access
- Industry-leading training + clear career progression opportunities
What You’ll Be Doing
- Allocating work to Technicians, ensuring efficiency and quality standards are consistently met
- Liaising with Service Advisors to manage workflow and keep customers updated on any delays
- Monitoring productivity to ensure all work is completed within agreed timeframes
- Identifying and resolving workshop issues quickly, keeping both the team and customers informed
- Supporting the workshop team to deliver a high standard of work at all times
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience within the automotive industry (Workshop Controller or Senior Technician level)
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills across departments and with customers
- A proactive leader who can motivate and support a team to hit targets
- A professional, solutions-focused approach
You’ll be joining a supportive, ambitious team where performance is recognised and rewarded, with real opportunities to progress your career in the automotive industry.
The Company
Welcome to Johnsons Cars, we are one of the UK’s biggest independent dealer groups with a nationwide presence spanning 58 sites across the country. Proudly representing 17 esteemed brands, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our valued customers. As well as our dealership network we also have a number of vehicle parts operations as well as our Fleet Services business. As an employer we embody a culture of continuous growth and success. By joining Johnsons Cars you’ll become part of a team that thrives on delivering exceptional service to our customers whilst providing a platform for your personal and professional growth. At Johnsons your career is as important as the outstanding service we provide to our customers.
The Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Company Pension Scheme
- Enhanced Holiday entitlement
- Staff Discounts
- Johnsons Benefits Platform
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At Brayleys Cars & Johnsons Cars, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values our people as our greatest strength. As part of one of the UK's top 10 automotive retail groups, you will enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment, with ample opportunities for career development and progression within our evolving HR function. Join us to make a real impact while benefiting from enhanced holiday entitlement, staff discounts, and a commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
