Senior Service Advisor

Senior Service Advisor Location: Ipswich Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00–17:30 + 1 in 2 Saturday mornings Salary: £30,000 + uncapped bonus (realistic £40,000+ OTE) Join a Leading Main Dealer as Their Go‑To Senior Advisor A well‑established, high‑performing main dealer in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Senior Service Advisor to become the key link between customers, the workshop, and a small team of advisors. This is a hands‑on senior role where you’ll take ownership of the daily flow of the service department and help drive performance. Key Responsibilities Lead, support, and mentor two Service Advisors Manage the full customer journey from booking to handover Oversee workshop loading, job progress, and workflow efficiency Handle escalations and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction Identify upsell opportunities to maximise department profitability Maintain accurate records, warranty processes, and compliance What You’ll Bring 1+ year main dealer experience (essential) Strong communication and customer‑facing skills Ability to support colleagues and take ownership of daily operations Comfortable in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment Organised, proactive, and ready for a senior‑level challenge What’s On Offer Uncapped bonus with achievable £40,000+ OTE Supportive, established team environment Genuine career progression opportunities 25 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 28 days after 3 years’ service Consultant: Kalum Green Ref: LBOJ   Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries