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Service Manager – Honda/Mitsubishi/Chery

Benefits:

  • Salary - £40,000 p.a. basic plus bonus - OTE £60,000 p.a.
  • Company Car
  • 3 x Annual salary life insurance
  • Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
  • Salary Sacrifice workplace pension scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Employee discounts
  • Additional holiday with length of service
  • Access to free inhouse life coach

Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to join a progressive dealer group with a strong reputation for customer service and technical excellence. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an ambitious leader who can inspire teams, drive performance, and help shape the future success of our aftersales business.
The Role

Reporting to senior management, you will have overall responsibility for the performance of our aftersales department, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction, workshop efficiency, team engagement, and financial performance across Honda, Mitsubishi, and the newly introduced Chery franchise.

You will lead a dedicated team of Service Advisors, Vehicle Technicians, and support staff, creating a positive, customer-focused culture while delivering operational excellence and achieving key business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the Service Department.
  • Drive outstanding customer satisfaction and retention across all brands.
  • Maximise workshop productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
  • Develop, coach, and motivate a high-performing aftersales team.
  • Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards, policies, and industry regulations.
  • Support the successful launch and development of the Chery franchise within the business.
  • Monitor departmental KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build strong relationships with customers, manufacturer partners, and colleagues across the dealership.

About You

  • Proven experience as a Service Manager or Aftersales Manager, or similar automotive leadership role.
  • Strong commercial awareness and a track record of delivering departmental growth and profitability.
  • Excellent leadership and people management skills.
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences.
  • Highly organised, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Full UK driving licence.
If you are a passionate automotive leader looking for your next challenge, this is your chance to take ownership of a thriving aftersales department and play a key role in the continued success of Honda, Mitsubishi, and the launch of Chery. We’d love to hear from you.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to drive your career forward with us, apply today.  For an informal chat please call Polly on 01603 283989 or email your CV to Polly.Gosling@holdengroup.co.uk 

Please be advised that any roles offered could be subject to a satisfactory pre-employment screening check.  This screening may include but is not limited to background checks, reference checks, and verification of qualifications.  We reserve the right to withdraw any offer of employment should the results of the screening process not meet the requirements of the company. 

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