Service Advisor

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

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.