Assistant Service Manager

Location Darlington
Discipline: Dealership
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££35k - 40k per year
Contact name: Howard Spanjar

Contact email: howard.spanjar@autoskills-uk.com
Job ref: JO0000053234
Published: about 3 hours ago
Startdate: 18/02/2026

ASSISTANT SERVICE MANAGER
Basic Salary - £35,000
OTE: £40,000
Working Hours- 8.30-5pm Monday to Friday
Location - Darlington
 
Our client currently seeking an experienced and driven Assistant Service Manager to join our busy and successful dealership. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Service Advisor, Workshop Controller, or existing Assistant Service Manager looking to take the next step in their career. Working closely with the Service Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing daily operations, supporting the front-of-house team, driving performance, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience while maintaining workshop efficiency and profitability.
 
Responsibilities of a Assistant Manager
 
-  Supporting the Service Manager in the day-to-day running of the service department
-  Overseeing workshop loading and ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency
-  Managing and motivating Service Advisors and workshop staff
-  Monitoring KPIs including labour sales, efficiency, utilisation and customer satisfaction
-  Handling customer queries, complaints, and escalations professionally
-  Ensuring high levels of customer service and CSI performance
-  Assisting with invoicing, job costing, and margin control
-  Supporting warranty processes and ensuring compliance with manufacturer standards
-  Ensuring health and safety regulations are followed within the department
-  Conducting team briefings and supporting training and development
-  Deputising for the Service Manager in their absence
 
Skills and Qualifications of an Assistant Service Manager
·At least 5 years Main Dealership experience
·Initiative to think on your feet when met with difficult situations
·Ability to work as a leader as well as still being part of a team
·A commitment to deliver a first-class customer service
·Career driven and ambition to hit targets
·Knowledge to help team members to move forward
·MUST HOLD a full UK manual driving licence - Subject to drivers check
 
If you are interested in this Assistant Service Manager role, please contact Howard @ Auto Skills and quote job number: 53234