Van Mossel Automotive Group UK Ltd
Service Advisor
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Service Advisor Opportunity at Volkswagen Van Centre, Portsmouth
As a Service Advisor, you will be the key link between our customers and the workshop team, delivering a professional and seamless aftersales experience. You will be responsible for keeping customers informed throughout the service and repair process, providing expert advice, and ensuring every customer receives a premium level of service.
Responsibilities
- Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout their service and repair journey.
- Communicate and provide regular updates on the progress of customer vehicles while in the workshop.
- Explain vehicle faults and repair recommendations confidently and professionally.
- Identify opportunities to upsell essential and urgent repairs that benefit the customer.
- Deliver a premium customer experience that reflects the quality of our brand and vehicles.
- Handle customer queries, concerns, and complaints effectively, working towards positive resolutions.
- Maintain accurate customer and vehicle records in line with company procedures.
Requirements
- Experience within a service department, main dealer experience would be an advantage
- Possess good technical knowledge with the ability to answer customer queries
- Ability to multitask and use your own initiative when faced with challenges
- Excellent communication and computer skills
- Impressive organisational skills
- Ability to thrive within a team
- Extensive knowledge of CDK desirable, although training will be given
- Professional and courteous manner
- Full UK driving licence
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45 hours a week, Monday to Friday - 7.00 am to 17.00 pm
What You Will Get
- A competitive salary of £31,000. Plus, an uncapped bonus plan, OTE £37,000
As well as your salary, you’ll enjoy a range of great benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career, and lifestyle:
- Car Benefit Scheme - Lease a Car from as little as £209 per month.
- Vehicle Purchase Discount on various brands.
- Company Discounts on MOTs, servicing, parts, and accessories for you and your family.
- Retail & Lifestyle Discounts - Access to 100+ rewards with Simply rewards, including gym memberships and local offers.
- 30 Days’ Holiday (including bank holidays)
- Career Development & Training - Industry-leading brand training and ongoing support through our in-house learning management system.
- Health Cash Plan - Includes mental health support, GP consultations, and cashback on dental, optical, and prescription costs, plus access to private consultations.
- Pension - Contributory pension through Aviva.
- Life Assurance - Providing peace of mind for your loved ones.
- Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money while supporting a healthier commute.
- Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £2,000 on introducing successful employees.
- Social Events - opportunity to get together with your colleagues, recent events have been go-karting, Charity quiz nights, Goodwood, Private cinema trips
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Please note: some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and successful completion of your probation period.
Why Join Van Mossel?
We are proud to be part of Van Mossel Automotive Group; an award-winning, people-orientated, family-owned business that has gained global recognition over a 78-year tenure in the automotive industry.
Van Mossel now operates in over 7 countries and have been named as one of the leading automotive companies in Europe.
At Van Mossel, we believe it’s our people who set us apart and drive our company forward as we continue to grow.
If this looks like the right role for you, we want to hear from you!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
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