Perfect Placement UK Ltd

Assistant Centre Manager

Wigan WN5 9QE

Key information

Pay
£40,000 - £40,000
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
19 Aug 2026
Closing date
17 Sep 2026

About this role

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a busy fast fit centre for the position of Assistant Centre Manager in Wigan. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a skilled automotive professional to take a step forward in management within a busy and well-established automotive centre.

Benefits of the

Assistant Centre Manager

  • Competitive basic salary of £35,000 plus performance bonus
  • Realistic OTE of approximately £40,000
  • 45 hours per week, with core hours from 8:30am to 5:30pm (

Monday to Friday) and 8

00am to 5:00pm (Saturday)

  • 28 days holiday, including Bank Holidays
  • Company pension scheme and employee discounts
  • Ongoing training and career development support
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive environment with strong career progression prospects

Duties of the

Assistant Centre Manager

  • Support the Centre Manager in daily operational management
  • Assist in supervising fast fit service bays and workshop team
  • Ensure high standards of customer service and operational efficiency
  • Contribute to achieving financial targets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Mentor and train staff to maintain high performance levels
  • Support MOT testing and oversee technical staff as required
  • Uphold health and safety standards and ensure workshop compliance

Requirements of the

Assistant Centre Manager

  • Minimum Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance
  • Proven experience in fast fit or automotive management roles
  • Strong customer service skills and team leadership ability
  • Good understanding of automotive workshop operations
  • Proactive attitude with a focus on targets and results
  • Exceptional organisational and communication skills
  • Ability to motivate and lead a team effectively

This Assistant Centre Manager role is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated automotive professional to develop their management career within a forward-thinking company. If you are ready to progress and meet the requirements outlined, we would like to hear from you.

Contact Paul Martin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Wigan and Greater Manchester, today to discover more about this fantastic Assistant Centre Manager opportunity.

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the automotive industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more motor trade jobs in your local area, please contact us today.