Octane Recruitment – Automotive Recruitment

Posted: 08/07/2026
Job Ref: 31016

Assistant Centre Manager Gloucester

Location: Gloucester
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 31016

Job Description

The Assistant Centre Manager vacancy for Protyre Autocare in Gloucester offers a starting salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per year, plus an additional performance-based monthly bonus scheme.
Key Job Details
  • LocationProtyre Westbury (Station Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3JS).
  • Job Type: Full-time, permanent.
  • Core Purpose: Partner with the Centre Manager to manage daily operations, optimize workflow, meet commercial sales KPIs, and ensure strict workshop compliance.

Main Responsibilities
  • Workshop & Inventory: Coordinate tech staff work routines and maintain strict control over stock values.
  • Team Leadership: Guide, coach, and mentor workshop mechanics to hit customer satisfaction targets.
  • Technical Support: Step into the bay to physically assist technicians with mechanical issues when required.
  • Business Growth: Utilize commercial awareness to field customer inquiries and optimize local accounts.

Requirements
  • Background: Technical or mechanical workspace background with deep automotive product knowledge.
  • Licence: Full clean UK driving licence, held for at least 6 months.
  • Leadership: Prior experience managing multiple priorities and supervising teams. 
Employee Benefits
  • Financials: Multi-tier branch bonus potential, auto-enrolment pension, and corporate life insurance.
  • Perks: Steep staff discounts on tyres, MOT testing, and full servicing.
  • Development: Access to fully funded, industry-standard IMI upskilling courses.
  • Wellbeing: Cycle to work scheme, buy/sell annual leave choices, and an employee assistance programme.