Service Manager


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£40,000 to £52,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK15 0BD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Sept 2026
Closing date:	25 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable main dealer in Milton Keynes, for the position of Service Manager. This role offers a unique Service Manager opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to lead a busy Service Department, driving customer satisfaction, team performance, and departmental profitability.

The Service Manager will oversee daily operations within the Service Department, ensuring high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their career within a well-established dealership group known for its commitment to customer service and team development.

Benefits:

- Salary of £40,000 per annum, with an OTE of £52,000 including bonuses

- Company car provided

- No weekend working, Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm

- Life assurance

- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

- Employee car scheme

- Birthday leave

- Training and development opportunities

- Clear career progression pathways

Duties:

- Lead and motivate the Service Department to meet and exceed targets

- Manage day-to-day operations of the Service and Workshop functions

- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through exceptional service standards

- Monitor departmental performance, productivity, and profitability

- Coach and develop Service team members to enhance their skills and performance

- Implement and adhere to company processes and standards

- Handle customer concerns and complaints effectively

- Collaborate with other departments to ensure a seamless customer journey

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Service Manager or Aftersales Manager within the motor trade

- Strong understanding of automotive Service Department operations

- Demonstrable experience in managing and developing a team

- Excellent communication and customer service skills

- Commercial awareness and understanding of departmental KPIs

- Well-organised with the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment

- Previous relevant motor trade experience is essential

If you are an experienced Service Manager seeking a new challenge within a respected dealership, this role offers excellent career development prospects.

Contact Tom Thacker, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes, today to discover more about this fantastic Service Manager opportunity.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,800 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.

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