Technical Service Advisor – Birtley

Company: Ford & Slater Rugby
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Location: Chester le Street
Job Description:

Ford and Slater is one of the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff while remaining a family run business. We currently have a vacancy for a Technical Service Advisor at our Birtley depot.

As a Technical Service Advisor, we can offer you:

  • A salary of up to £30,000 (depending on your Service Advisor experience)
  • DAF Academy Technical Service Advisor Training
  • 22 days paid holiday (plus statutory) rising to 25 (plus statutory) with service
  • Employee Of The Month Competition
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free Parking

Who are we looking for as a Technical Service Advisor:

  • You will have previous experience working within the commercial vehicle, motor trade or an associated sector as a Technical Service Advisor or in a similar role.
  • Or have a passion for trucks and know your truck / trailer parts.
  • Knowledge of vehicle repair scheduling preferred but not essential.
  • A customer focused individual with excellent communication skills.
  • The ability to multitask and work well under pressure.
  • PC Literate (DMS system experience would be an advantage).
  • Full UK driving licence.

The Technical Service Advisor role / responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Managing service bookings on a day-to-day basis, ensuring efficient workshop loading. Complete service estimates accurately, clearly, and quickly. Keep customers up to date with costs, progress and authorisations. Prepare job cards & raise invoices.

Working: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 6:30pm.

Plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate and are committed to providing equal opportunities, a fully inclusive work environment and fairness for all.

Apply today to start your Technical Service Advisor journey with Ford & Slater

No agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you haven’t received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful.

Address Birtley,

Chester-le-Street,

Tyne and Wear,

DH3 2SP

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Posted: May 1st, 2026