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Service Advisor

Full TimePermanentNot specifiedRetail
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 31 March 2026

Job Description

About the Role: We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Service Advisor to join our Nissan dealership team on the Isle of Man. As the vital link between our customers and our workshop, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional service experiences while supporting our busy service department. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will greet customers and assess their vehicle service and repair needs, book vehicle services and manage workshop diary appointments, and provide accurate cost estimates and timescales for repairs and services. You'll liaise with workshop technicians to ensure work is completed efficiently and keep customers informed of progress and any additional work required. Your duties will include processing service invoices and handling payments, maintaining detailed service records and customer information, and promoting additional services, parts, and accessories where appropriate. You'll also handle customer queries and resolve any concerns professionally while ensuring compliance with Nissan service standards and procedures. Essential Requirements: The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a service advisor or similar customer-facing role, with automotive industry experience preferred. You must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organizational abilities with attention to detail, and computer literacy with the ability to use dealership management systems. A professional telephone manner and the ability to work under pressure while managing multiple priorities are essential. You'll need a valid driving licence and a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding customer service. Desirable Qualifications: We would be particularly interested in candidates with knowledge of Nissan vehicles and service requirements, an NVQ or equivalent qualification in customer service or automotive retail. An IMI qualification or working towards industry certification would also be advantageous. What We Offer: We offer a competitive salary, ongoing manufacturer training and career development opportunities, and staff discounts on vehicle purchases, servicing, and parts. You'll work within a supportive team environment and have the opportunity to work with a respected brand in a growing market. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you'd be perfect for this role to gm@athol.co.im or contact us 01624 820085. Closing date: 31st March, 2026. We look forward to hearing from you! *We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. *

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi48%
AI exposure (AIOE)i72%

Many core tasks, such as record-keeping, invoicing, and appointment scheduling, are routine and highly automatable with dealership management systems and CRM tools. However, the role retains significant human elements—especially in customer interaction, needs assessment, and conflict resolution—which resist full automation. AI tools can augment many processes, but empathy, judgment, and relationship-building remain essential.

Task analysis

  • Greet customers, assess vehicle service and repair needs, and book appointments.
  • Provide accurate cost estimates and timescales for repairs and services.
  • Liaise with workshop technicians to coordinate work and communicate updates to customers.
  • Process service invoices and handle customer payments.
  • Maintain detailed service records and customer information.
  • Promote additional services, parts, and accessories to customers.
  • Handle customer queries and resolve concerns professionally.
  • Ensure compliance with Nissan service standards and procedures.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 3541Sales and retail assistants
O*NET: 43-4051.00 Customer Service Representatives
AI analysis: 15 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £30k
UK sector median
£20,592
UK sector mean
£24,588
£0£8k£15k£23k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Use CRM tools to track customer interactions efficiently
  • Leverage AI chatbots for appointment scheduling and FAQs
  • Automate invoice processing with dealership management software

📈 Disruption outlook

15%1 yr
35%5 yrs
60%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentAI-powered appointment booking

Automates scheduling and customer reminders

💻 TechnologyIntegrated CRM system

Centralises customer records and service history

🌍 OutsourcingOffsite invoicing support

Reduces routine admin workload for advisors

Recommendation

Augment role

Human interaction remains vital; automation best for routine admin and scheduling tasks.

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate invoice processing and reminders

Copilot for Outlook

Draft customer updates and manage appointments

Dynamics 365 CRM

Centralise customer data and service records

Key Skills

Customer and Personal ServiceAdvancedAttention to DetailAdvancedTime ManagementIntermediateTeamworkIntermediateMicrosoft OfficeIntermediateAdministration and ManagementIntermediateSales and MarketingIntermediateActive ListeningAdvancedReport WritingBeginnerConfidentialityIntermediateDealership Management SystemsIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Customer Relationship ManagementAutomotive TechnologySales and MarketingAdministration and ManagementReporting and DocumentationRegulatory ComplianceOffice Administration

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningService OrientationSpeakingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingTime ManagementMonitoringNegotiationPersuasionSocial PerceptivenessWriting

Alternative Career Paths

Workshop Controller85% match

Oversees workshop operations, coordinating technicians and workflow in an automotive service environment.

Parts Advisor78% match

Manages parts inventory and supports customers and technicians in sourcing vehicle components.

Sales Executive (Automotive)70% match

Sells vehicles and related services, leveraging customer service and product knowledge skills.

Service Manager80% match

Leads the service department, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Salesforce softwareMicrosoft AccessOracle DatabaseYardi softwareOracle PeopleSoftSAP softwareMEDITECH softwareMicrosoft Outlook

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Working with Computers
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
  • Processing Information
  • Getting Information
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Training and Teaching Others
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
  • Performing Administrative Activities
  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

70%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

55%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

2/5

Some prep

O*NET Median Salary

£27k

US ref. $34k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Office and Administrative Support

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