Automotive Service Manager

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Excellence in Motoring Group Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About Us:

Adelaide City Automotive Group, located in Thebarton, is a trusted family-owned multi-franchised dealership. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the vehicles we offer, as we prioritise delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced and customer focused Automotive Service Manager to lead our Service Department with a focus on guiding the customer facing portion of the department to achieve 100% customer satisfaction. As the Service Manager, and working closely with your Workshop Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing a team of Service Advisors, ensuring the smooth operation of our service department, and maintaining the exceptional customer experience our dealership is known for.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Effectively manage the daily workload for the service department, ensuring booking mix is correct.
  • Oversee and enhance the overall customer experience.
  • Provide support to the Service Advisors in managing customer inquiries, including service bookings, customer complaints and general enquiries.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with OEMs and franchise support personnel.
  • Mentor and train service department staff for optimal performance.
  • Work closely with the management team to uphold dealership standards.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in personnel and staff management, demonstrating the ability to achieve results and foster a positive workplace culture.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Previous experience in Automotive Service Management is highly desirable.
  • Working knowledge of Pentana DMS will also be highly regarded.
  • Ability to liaise effectively with OEMs and franchise support personnel.
  • Commitment to maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

At Adelaide City Automotive Group, we believe in the strength of diversity and welcome applicants from various industries. Whether you come from an automotive background or possess proven people management experience in a different field, or you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. We value the unique perspectives and skills that each candidate brings to the table, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment for professional growth and success.

What we offer:

We are happy to reward our staff for meeting the day-to-day challenges faced head on and as such you'll receive a competitive pay structure, a generous incentive scheme and fully maintained company vehicle.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you please follow the online application process or contact Nick Walker on or 

All applications will be accepted in strict confidence. Only those applicants who are short listed for the role will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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