Assistant Service Manager
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | DL1 1RJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | autoskills-uk |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JO0000053234-17444 |
Summary
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