Senior Workshop Manager

We are currently recruiting a high achieving Senior Workshop Manager for our Volvo Dealership based in Worcester. The hours of work are Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 18:00. In every aspect of our dealerships our aim is always to exceed customer expectation. Benefits include a basic of up to £42,000 and OTE of £48,000, plus a company car & benefits.The Senior Workshop Manager is responsible for ensuring maximum productivity in the workshop, liaising between Service Advisor’s and Technicians, ensuring that all required work is actioned effectively and efficiently. This a real hands on role and you will be joining the senior management team at Volvo Worcester.You will be reporting directly into the Head of Business & Divisional Aftersales Manager and be responsible for the workload between 3 Service Advisors and 10 Vehicle Technicians. Why Listers?Founded in 1979, Listers Group stands as one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK There’s a reason why this is the case, actually there’s over two and a half thousand reasons, our team. Since the very beginning our success has been a product of the fantastic people that work for us. This is recognised by representing some of the world’s most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk and Yorkshire. We support employees in all areas of the business, whatever your aspirations might be so if you are looking for a career within the motor trade, automotive or car dealership sector then please apply today. If you are looking for similar motor trade jobs you can also join our Talent Bank.Role and ResponsibilitiesTo ensure the efficient and profitable operation of the Service department.Managing the smooth running and day to day activity of the Workshop Team within the Service Department.To maximise departmental performance in line with market potentials through the sale of labour, parts and accessories.To ensure that all manufacturers policies and procedure are adhered.Planning, forecasting and delivering sales targets.Managing and development of the workshop team.Growing Workshop utilisation and efficiency.Exceeding Customer satisfaction.About youThis role would ideally suit someone who has previously worked as a Workshop Controller, Workshop Manager, Assistant Service Manager or as an Service Manager within a franchised dealership and is looking to Listers for better career and reward opportunities.Unlimited confidence, resilience, drive, energy and talent.A well-presented individual with a desire, character and attitude to succeed.The ability to quickly establish and build rapport with our customers.Motor trade, automotive or car dealership experience is essential.What we offer33 days holiday including bank holidaysCompany PensionWellness ProgrammeSick PayGroup life insuranceStaff discount on car servicingListers Benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidaysLong service and loyalty incentivesStaff referral schemeIn-house, manufacturer & professional qualificationsFree Parking / On-site ParkingCompany Events