Assistant Manager

This is a really exciting time to join our Halfords Garage Services team.  You will be working at one of our new Fusion centres; it will be upgraded with the latest facilities to lead the way in providing a first-class customer experience and a great working environment, where you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the centres success. A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.Ready for the next step in management with the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus schemeAs an Assistant Manager, you’ll work alongside the Centre Manager to provide productive management and leadership, driving profitability, with firm focus on the customers journey. You will have had previous hands-on experience as a mechanic or management experience in a similar environment as you will be dividing your time between the workshop, working alongside the technicians, and assisting the Centre Manager with daily sales and customer service.If you have the desire to help drive business performance, passionate about customer experience, and are looking for a long-term career with excellent progression and training schemes, this really could be the perfect opportunity for you, don’t delay apply todayMaximum £35,000 per annumAverage uncapped bonus of £7,100 per year (with potential to earn more)5 days a weekEarn extra with our refer a friend scheme  – T&C’s Apply.Benefits Include:5.6 weeks’ annual leaveUp to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail storesDiscounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and moreFamily & Friends Discount EventsOpportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work SchemeFinancial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advanceGP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a dayJoin the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on sharesHealth Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costsPension Scheme & Life AssuranceYou will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications too. What we’re looking for:Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction through effective management and leadershipExperience in coaching, training, and developing colleagues in the momentStrong technical/mechanical knowledge, ideally supported by a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent experience)Solid understanding of workshop operations, diagnostics, and vehicle maintenance processesBring your own set of tools and put them to great use in a busy, well-equipped workshopExperience of maintaining compliance with Health & Safety standardsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsIT proficient, with the ability and willingness to learn in-house systemsStrong organisational and time management skillsFull, valid driving licenceWe’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest vehicle service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. xpwpeyx We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.