At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Centre Manager in running a busy automotive service centre and deliver top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join a leading British garage network with over 180 local centres.
- Benefits: Enjoy a strong salary, bonuses, training, and perks like discounts and cycle schemes.
- Other info: Great career development opportunities and fun incentives like go-karting prizes!
- Why this job: Be part of a fast-growing team making a real impact in the automotive industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in automotive management and relevant technical qualifications required.
Assistant Centre Manager role for a growing automotive service centre, suited to an experienced professional who takes pride in high-quality workmanship, safety and excellent customer service. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with a strong salary package, bonus potential and excellent training and career development benefits.
Must have a valid MOT Licence and a full UK driving licence.
Location: Banbury
Pay / salary: up to £34,000 basic per annum
Job type: Permanent / full-time role
Shift and schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm, 1 in 2 Saturdays 8:30am – 4pm (with day off in week)
Benefits:
- Company pension, life insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee and retail discounts, retail vouchers and finder’s fee
- Cycle to work scheme, eye care vouchers and free flu jabs
- On-site parking and buy/sell holiday scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Fully funded IMI training and career development
- Referral programme, long-service recognition and charity match scheme
- Employee of the Month (£50 voucher) and Centre of the Month go-karting race prize
This leading British garage network operates over 180 local centres providing comprehensive vehicle servicing, MOT testing, and mechanical repairs. As the UK's fastest-growing supplier of tyres, the company fits millions of premium and budget wheels annually while offering free safety components checks to motorists. Customers can easily book routine maintenance or emergency tyre replacements online for same-day fitting across their nationwide branch network.
Skills and experience:
- Applicants must have a proven track record in an Automotive Assistant Manager
- City & Guilds or NVQ, or other relevant technical qualifications
Job Responsibilities:
- Support the Centre Manager with day-to-day running of the centre, ensuring targets and business objectives are met
- Deliver excellent customer service, ensuring customers are dealt with promptly and professionally
- Allocate work effectively to technicians to maximise productivity and maintain high standards
- Maintain strong operational standards, including cleanliness, stock control, cost control and compliance
- Assist with MOT testing, servicing and vehicle maintenance duties when required
If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or simply want a Job Pack with more details, please apply.
Productive Assistant Centre Manager in Banbury employer: Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional growth. Located in Birdholme, employees benefit from a comprehensive package including a pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday allowance, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in the automotive sector.
