Service Manager - Automotive

Service Manager - Automotive

Location:

New Zealand  

Industry:

Trade and Services

Contact Name:

Jo-Ann Robinson

Contact Email:

joann@employmesolutions.com

Contact Phone:

0800 369 777

Date Published:

06-Jan-2026

Job reference: 35752

EmployMe Solutions, your automotive recruitment partner, is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded automotive dealership based in Manukau. This opportunity would suit an experienced Service Manager,or an Assistant Service Manager or Senior Service Advisor who is ready to step into their first Service Manager role.

About the Role This is a hands-on leadership position overseeing the daily operations of a busy service department, managing a small to medium-sized service team, and ensuring a high standard of customer experience and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing the service department and customer journey end-to-end
  • Leading, mentoring, and supporting a small to medium-sized team of service advisors
  • Working closely with the workshop to ensure smooth workflow and job turnaround
  • Handling customer escalations, quoting, and service scheduling
  • Maintaining high service standards and strong department performance
About You
This role will suit someone who:
  • Has experience as a Service Manager, Assistant Service Manager, or Senior Service Advisor
  • Is confident managing and motivating a small to medium-sized team
  • Is ready to take ownership and lead from the front
  • Communicates confidently with customers, technicians, and management
  • Understands workshop operations, service processes, and KPIs
  • Is organised, resilient, and solutions-focused
Automotive industry experience is essential. For the right Assistant Service Manager or Senior Service Advisor, full support will be provided to help you transition successfully into the Service Manager role.

What’s On Offer
  • Competitive salary package based on experience
  • Secure, long-term employment
  • Supportive leadership and a positive team environment
  • Genuine career progression opportunity
Apply Now Apply through EmployMe Solutions via seek or our website www.employmesolutions.com. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

This is a solid step-up opportunity for someone ready to lead a team and run a service department with confidence. If you need more information - please feel free to contact Jo-Ann on 027 777 2979 or email your CV to our team at info@employmesolutions.com 
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Service Manager - Automotive

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Auckland - Auckland

Industry:

Trade and Services

Contact Name:

Jo-Ann Robinson

Contact Email:

joann@employmesolutions.com

Contact Phone:

0800 369 777

Date Published:

06-Jan-2026

Job reference: 35752

EmployMe Solutions, your automotive recruitment partner, is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded automotive dealership based in Manukau. This opportunity would suit an experienced Service Manager,or an Assistant Service Manager or Senior Service Advisor who is ready to step into their first Service Manager role.

About the Role This is a hands-on leadership position overseeing the daily operations of a busy service department, managing a small to medium-sized service team, and ensuring a high standard of customer experience and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing the service department and customer journey end-to-end
  • Leading, mentoring, and supporting a small to medium-sized team of service advisors
  • Working closely with the workshop to ensure smooth workflow and job turnaround
  • Handling customer escalations, quoting, and service scheduling
  • Maintaining high service standards and strong department performance
About You
This role will suit someone who:
  • Has experience as a Service Manager, Assistant Service Manager, or Senior Service Advisor
  • Is confident managing and motivating a small to medium-sized team
  • Is ready to take ownership and lead from the front
  • Communicates confidently with customers, technicians, and management
  • Understands workshop operations, service processes, and KPIs
  • Is organised, resilient, and solutions-focused
Automotive industry experience is essential. For the right Assistant Service Manager or Senior Service Advisor, full support will be provided to help you transition successfully into the Service Manager role.

What’s On Offer
  • Competitive salary package based on experience
  • Secure, long-term employment
  • Supportive leadership and a positive team environment
  • Genuine career progression opportunity
Apply Now Apply through EmployMe Solutions via seek or our website www.employmesolutions.com. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

This is a solid step-up opportunity for someone ready to lead a team and run a service department with confidence. If you need more information - please feel free to contact Jo-Ann on 027 777 2979 or email your CV to our team at info@employmesolutions.com 
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