Service Advisor | Al Futtaim Automotive | Global Aftersales | Auto Centers

Al Futtaim Group

UAE

Ref: HP698-15095

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role:
Service Advisor is the first contact in the Workshop for a customer and provides a window to the workshop. Job holder should be an image builder for the Service Department and present a picture of faith and confidence.

What you will do:
- VEHICLE RECEPTION: Ensure condition of vehicle is thoroughly checked and discrepancies noted and communicated to customer while receiving the vehicle; and record any customer requests.
- VEHICLE DELIVERY: Ensure proper delivery of the vehicle to the customer and clearly communicate to the customer the jobs carried out.
- FOLLOW-UP: Follow-up to ensure timely delivery of the vehicle to customer. Check performance and repair quality of car. Ensure customer is reminded about the next service due.
- COMMUNICATION: Ensure effective personal and telephonic communication with customers regarding charges, approvals and negotiations. Ensure equally clear and concise communication with foreman regarding job.
- TECHNICAL DECISION MAKING: Establish and confirm customer complaints and decide upon normal / abnormal condition of the vehicle.
- ESTIMATION: Provide estimates of simple repairs to customer and negotiate repair charges

Requirements:

Required skills to be successful:
- Must have broad based knowledge to service as a reliable consultant
- Able to provide up-to-date technical information in response to customer inquiries
- Strong understanding of Operation, maintenance and care of vehicle
- Thorough knowledge on breakdown prevention

About The Team:
The role will report to the Reception Supervisor and you will be working in a busy workshop environment.

What Equips You For The Role:
- Diploma in Automobile / Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a reputed workshop

About Al-Futtaim Automotive

A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world's most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.

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