At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a busy automotive centre, ensuring top-notch service and team performance.
- Company: Established automotive business with a focus on growth and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, employee discounts, and professional training.
- Other info: Great career progression and a supportive work culture.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the automotive industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in management within a fast-paced automotive environment.
Location: Gloucester
Salary: up to £38,000 basic + £9,000 bonus
Working Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, 1 in 2 Saturdays: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Day off in the week when working Saturdays
What's on Offer
- Competitive basic salary £38,000
- Bonus potential up to £9,000
- Stable, well-established business
- Opportunity to lead a busy and successful site
- Career progression opportunities
- Financial incentives: performance bonuses, employee discounts on tyres/MOTs, and retail vouchers
- Professional growth: fully funded Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) training courses
- Perks & wellbeing: life insurance, pension, cycle-to-work scheme, and enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Role Responsibilities
- Managing the daily operations of the centre to achieve business targets
- Delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining high standards
- Leading, motivating, and developing a team of technicians and front‑of‑house staff
- Driving sales performance and maximising revenue opportunities
- Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety regulations
- Managing stock control, costs, and overall centre profitability
- Monitoring performance and implementing improvements where needed
Requirements
- Previous experience as a centre manager / assistant manager within a fast‑fit or automotive environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Proven track record in a sales‑driven environment
- Good technical/mechanical understanding
- Commercial awareness with the ability to drive performance
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Centre Manager in Gloucester 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.
We think you need these skills to ace Centre Manager in Gloucester
Leadership Skills
Team Management
Customer Service
Sales Performance
Technical/Mechanical Understanding
Commercial Awareness
Communication Skills
