Service Advisor

Company Description

Gus Commercials is one of Northern Ireland’s most reputable independent providers of Commercial Vehicle –Hire, Servicing, Sales, and Parts. GUS Commercials now part of the

Company Description

Gus Commercials is one of Northern Ireland’s most reputable independent providers of Commercial Vehicle –Hire, Servicing, Sales, and Parts. GUS Commercials now part of the Radius Group and offer a secure and exciting future with increased opportunities across all departments. As maintenance provider for many prominent local companies and with an extensive fleet of own vehicles our workshop is critical to the success of our business. We pay attractive rates to ensure that we can continue to provide our customers with the quality service that they have come to expect.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and growing business.

Job Description

Ensure customer concerns and queries are dealt with promptly and efficiently at the Service Reception.

• Process service bookings and administrate onto company system, ensuring efficient workshop loading whilst attending to customers requirements in a professional manner
• Record all necessary vehicle details onto Job Cards including Vehicle ID, reg, mileage, vehicle issue/fault etc.
• Communicate effectively with customers providing status update on vehicles when required including any customer IT systems.
• Obtain authorisation from customer for any necessary repairs and spend on vehicles including processing on customer IT system.
• Follow process for customer vehicles booking in, recording damage/issues where applicable and retain vehicle keys as per company procedure.
• Ensure customers are made aware of vehicle defects and that they sign a declaration prior to taking the vehicle away without repair.
• Maintain a high standard of dress and conduct at all times and ensure the reception area is kept clean and tidy at all times.
• Ensure courteous use of telephone, adhering to company policy.
• Advise Management of all customer and departmental concerns.

Customer Service and Satisfaction

• Ensure the highest degree of efficiency and understanding of customer requirements and to deal with any customer complaints courteously, promptly and sympathetically.
• Provide customer estimates according to company policy and pricing.
• Where necessary, invite the customer to talk about a vehicle problem directly with the Service Manager/ Foreman / Technician therefore aiding first time fix and improving customer satisfaction.

Profitability / Cost Control

• Develop personal knowledge and experience in order to improve profitability, customer satisfaction and efficiency.
• As required, ensure accurate invoicing and job costing.
• Present invoices for payment to the customer providing an explanation of charges where required and making sure that the correct methods of payment are used.
• Inform customers of additional repairs needed including prices and delivery times. Obtain written confirmation before ordering major units and obtain suitable deposits where applicable.
• Take an active part in upholding the Company’s Health and Safety Policy as set out in the Statement of Main Terms of Employment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, be well-presented and have a professional telephone manner.
• Possess a minimum of 2 years+ experience working as a Service Advisor, preferably within the Commercial Vehicle Industry
• Have a Full clean Driving Licence

Additional Information

• 22 days holidays per year + Bank Holidays
• Employer contribution workplace pension
• Staff events
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance (after 12 months of service)
• Life Insurance

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at Radius

Our global DEI networks champion LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultural diversity, women’s empowerment and mental health, neurodiversity and disability support.

We Also Offer

• Global Female Health Policy & Female Health Champions
• Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Treatment Policies
• Endometriosis Friendly Employer (UK)
• Women-focused gym & female health events
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Disability Confident Committed Employer (Level 2)
• Race at Work Charter signatory
• Proud sponsor of Crewe Pride (5 years running) and Cheshire Pride Awards Corporate Supporter 2025
• Community network driving charity and volunteering initiatives, with 8 consecutive years of participation in the UK Challenge.
• Give as you earn scheme (payroll giving) and match funding

If you’d like to understand more about the role or life at Radius before applying, then please contact our talent team directly.

Radius is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to welcome people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

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