Centre Manager
CV-LibrarySouthamptonpermanentPosted: 14 August 2026
Apply NowWe are recruiting for an experienced Centre Manager, Autocentre Manager or Fast Fit Manager to lead a busy automotive service centre in Southampton. Applicants must have previous Centre Manager or Assistant Manager experience within a fast-fit or automotive environment, hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK.
Location: Southampton
Salary: Up to £40,000 basic + bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, plus 1 in 2 Saturdays, 8:30am–4:00pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Job Reference: 31276
Centre Manager Benefits:
Performance-based bonus
Fully funded IMI training and career development
Buy and sell holiday scheme
Company pension and Life Assurance
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Employee and retail discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Eye care vouchers and free flu vaccinations
Referral scheme and long-service recognition
On-site parkingCentre Manager Role:
Manage the day-to-day operation of the automotive service centre and coordinate workloads
Lead, motivate and develop a team of 12 workshop and front-of-house staff
Drive sales, revenue and centre profitability
Deliver high standards of customer service across the site
Monitor centre performance and implement improvements where required
Manage stock control, stock security and operational costs
Ensure Health & Safety, centre presentation and company standards are maintainedCentre Manager Requirements:
Previous experience as a Centre Manager or Assistant Manager within a fast-fit or automotive environment
Experience managing automotive workshop or service centre operations
Strong leadership and team management skills
Commercial awareness with the ability to drive sales and profitability
Good customer service and organisational skills
Full UK Driving Licence
Right to work in the UKHow to Apply
If you're interested in this Centre Manager vacancy, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment
JAOJ
Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.
If this Centre Manager role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Autocentre Manager, Automotive Centre Manager, Assistant Centre Manager, Fast Fit Manager, Workshop Manager, Workshop Controller and Automotive Service Manager roles across the UK
Location: Southampton
Salary: Up to £40,000 basic + bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, plus 1 in 2 Saturdays, 8:30am–4:00pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Job Reference: 31276
Centre Manager Benefits:
Performance-based bonus
Fully funded IMI training and career development
Buy and sell holiday scheme
Company pension and Life Assurance
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Employee and retail discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Eye care vouchers and free flu vaccinations
Referral scheme and long-service recognition
On-site parkingCentre Manager Role:
Manage the day-to-day operation of the automotive service centre and coordinate workloads
Lead, motivate and develop a team of 12 workshop and front-of-house staff
Drive sales, revenue and centre profitability
Deliver high standards of customer service across the site
Monitor centre performance and implement improvements where required
Manage stock control, stock security and operational costs
Ensure Health & Safety, centre presentation and company standards are maintainedCentre Manager Requirements:
Previous experience as a Centre Manager or Assistant Manager within a fast-fit or automotive environment
Experience managing automotive workshop or service centre operations
Strong leadership and team management skills
Commercial awareness with the ability to drive sales and profitability
Good customer service and organisational skills
Full UK Driving Licence
Right to work in the UKHow to Apply
If you're interested in this Centre Manager vacancy, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment
JAOJ
Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.
If this Centre Manager role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Autocentre Manager, Automotive Centre Manager, Assistant Centre Manager, Fast Fit Manager, Workshop Manager, Workshop Controller and Automotive Service Manager roles across the UK