Experienced Service Advisor with a proven track record in customer service and invoice preparation. Known for effectively communicating vehicle maintenance needs and collaborating with technicians to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Advisor
Victor Harbor Motors
VICTOR HARBOR, SA
04.2016 - Current
Assisted customers in understanding service options and pricing details.
Communicated vehicle maintenance needs to customers clearly and effectively.
Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues with professionalism and care.
Ensured that all customer inquiries were handled promptly and accurately.
Promptly responded to customer inquiries via phone, email or in person.
Managed incoming calls from potential customers looking for quotes or information about services provided at the dealership.
Promoted relevant products or services to meet customer needs.
Collaborated with technicians to relay service updates and customer concerns.
Used service skills and technical knowledge to ascertain issues and provide swift, successful resolutions.
Reviewed completed service orders to ensure that all work was done correctly, according to dealership standards.
Provided accurate estimates of repair costs, labor times and parts prices to customers.
Prepared invoices for services rendered and collected payments from customers.
Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and courteous manner.
Provided product knowledge on vehicle accessories and maintenance services.
Guided junior team members on best practices and service techniques. and managed employee relationships.
Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of solutions according to client needs.
Administration Manager
Fort Knox Security
Adelaide, SA
09.2014 - 04.2016
Managed daily administrative operations for a leading security firm.
Oversaw scheduling of security personnel across multiple sites.
Streamlined communication processes between departments and management teams.
Reviewed incoming emails and responded accordingly within established timelines.
Assisted in maintaining office supplies and inventory management systems.
Processed invoices for payment on a weekly basis.
Administration
SmartTec Security Solutions
Woodcroft, SA
05.2008 - 09.2014
Provided administrative support to the executive team.
Managed daily office operations, including scheduling appointments and managing incoming calls.
Assisted with scheduling appointments and managing calendars effectively.
Maintained organized filing systems, facilitating quick and easy document retrieval.
Coordinated office supplies inventory and placed orders to support uninterrupted office operations.
Processed incoming and outgoing correspondence to ensure timely communication.
Answered phone to take messages or redirect calls to colleagues.
Entered data into systems while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Delivered exceptional customer service through direct communication with clients and team members.
Executive Assistant
Assured Home Loans
North Adeldaide, SA
08.2000 - 09.2002
Coordinated executive schedules and managed appointments for senior leadership.
Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
Prepared and organized meeting materials for board presentations and conferences.
Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
Managed vendor relationships and coordinated service contracts for office supplies.
Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires within the organization's various teams.
Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
Sales Associate
Shannons Insurance
Somerton Park, SA
02.1998 - 08.2000
Welcomed customers warmly as they entered the store. and provided exceptional customer service.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Assisted customers with selecting appropriate insurance plans and coverage options.
Responded promptly to client inquiries via phone, email, and in-person consultations.
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Processed policy applications and maintained accurate customer records in the system.
Collaborated with team members to streamline sales processes and improve customer service.
Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
Education
Morphett Vale High School
Morphett Vale, SA
11-1985
Skills
Exceptional Customer service
Service scheduling
Invoice processing
Cost estimation
Attention to detail
Employee training
Pentana Era
Affiliations
In my downtime, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our three dogs, going to the beach, distilleries, and craft breweries.