Warranty administrators are responsible for taking the lead on all warranty related issues between dealerships and their customers and manufacturers.
Duties of a warranty administrator may include:
As a warranty administrator you will need to demonstrate:
Warranty administrators will need to have knowledge of activities, methods, procedures and policies of the service and parts department. Some employers may desire a qualification in business and administration for the automotive industry; please click here for more information.
Although there are no formal qualifications required for entry to this role, there are a range of qualifications in vehicle parts operations covering the underpinning knowledge useful in getting started, and the hands-on skills required to carry out the job. You may be able to get into this job via an apprentice/traineeship scheme.
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration (QCF)
Please note: These figures are meant as a guide only and may vary from employer to employer and may be dependent on the geographical area.
You will normally work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Part time work may be available. You will be office based within a garage or dealership.
Salary:
There may be opportunities for shift and overtime pay depending on your employer. You may also be eligible for holiday entitlement, company pension and private healthcare schemes.
To do this you may require GCSEs/Standard Grades in English, Maths, Science and IT or appropriate equivalents. For further information on apprentice/traineeships in England please visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk, for Wales please visit www.careerswales.com for Northern Ireland please visit www.nidirect.gov.uk/careers and for Scotland please visit www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk
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