Job Description
Coordinating workflow in the service department, between service advisors, foreman and customers
Updating service customers on all service bookings and progress timeously
Being a team player, to be able to work with all respective stakeholders
Ensure workshop opening and closing daily and timeously
Ensure the security of vehicles, i.e. vehicles locked in workshops and keys locked in a key safe
Ensuring first thing in the morning that vehicles are parked outside and that the keys are locked in a key safe
Ensuring job cards are signed & compliant as per MBSA requirements
Assisting and timeously advising Technicians on quotes
Give assistance to the Controller, Foreman, Service Manager, Service Receptionist
Follow up on parts ordered to workshop within a 5-day turnaround time as per MBSA requirements
Ensure that all vehicles with specific complaints are test driven with either a Foreman or a Quality Controller before the client leaves the dealership where necessary
Ensure that all vehicles are test driven
Position Overview
Mercedes-Benz Bryanston currently holds a vacancy for a Service Advisor reporting to the Service Manager. This position will be suited to a person who has the ability to maintain high levels of service on an ongoing basis and provide excellent customer service.
Specific Role Responsibilities
Customer Service:
Responsible for the maintenance of customer service to agreed standards
Ensure proper diagnosis in line with customers' symptom descriptions
Responsible for the pre-costing and invoicing of vehicles before collections by customers
Responsible for continuous feedback with customers on progress and delays
Responsible for follow-up on customer enquiries and complaints
Administration:
Ensure effective daily planning
Responsible for the pre-writing of job cards
Responsible for the recording of non-warranty claims
Responsible for the management of WIP (Work In Progress)
Monitoring and control of cash outstanding
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Grade 12
Computer Literate (preferably experience in the use of Kerridge)
2-3 years' experience in the same or similar position.
Preferably Mercedes-Benz certified Service Advisor
Knowledge of the motor industry preferable
Mercedes-Benz Sandton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.
Applications should be accompanied by an up-to-date CV indicating achievements, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Self-driven and resilient
Integrity
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills (emotional maturity / cross-functional collaboration)
Ability to cope with pressure
Follow-through skills
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