Forecourt Attendant
Join as a Forecourt Attendant on a permanent, full-time basis earning £12.21 per hour with extensive benefits, ongoing training and excellent support for career progression.
Forecourt Attendant: Role Overview
If you’re seeking an entry into the motor retail sector, the full-time Forecourt Attendant role offers steady work at £12.21 per hour, alongside a permanent contract.
This position delivers value through hands-on customer service. Responsibilities include meeting and greeting customers, efficiently directing them, and ensuring the forecourt operates smoothly each day.
You’ll be required to support vehicle technicians by locating and moving vehicles for service, and work closely with valeting colleagues to uphold standards for customer collections.
Other tasks, such as occasional car collections or deliveries, keep the working day varied. Flexibility and willingness to help the team are valued traits.
To be considered, you’ll need a clean Full UK Driving Licence and prior experience in customer-facing roles—ensuring you approach each visitor with confidence and professionalism.
Day-to-Day Duties
On a typical day, you will welcome customers as they arrive, guiding them to car park spaces efficiently and with courtesy.
Coordination with the aftersales and valet teams is key, making sure service vehicles are easy to access and presented well upon return to the customer.
Your eye for detail helps ensure cleanliness standards are high and customer satisfaction remains a priority at all times.
Occasionally, you may be tasked with handling vehicle deliveries or collections as needed to support business operations.
Organisational skills, teamwork, and a service-first mindset are crucial as you act as both a first point of contact and a behind-the-scenes facilitator.
Pros of the Forecourt Attendant Role
Permanent contracts and stable hourly pay create financial confidence rather than uncertainty, which is appealing to many job seekers considering this field.
The extensive company benefits—such as 25 days’ holiday that increases with service, pension, and access to an online rewards platform—stand out in the sector.
Cons to Consider
The routine can involve time outdoors in all weather, and customer-facing jobs can sometimes require patience to handle stressful situations calmly.
Pre-employment checks including employment, credit, and criminal record verifications are stringent, which may deter some applicants.
Final Verdict
This Forecourt Attendant role stands out for those who value stability, company perks, and the opportunity to demonstrate excellent customer service.
If you have a clean licence and enjoy supporting a team, this job might just be your solid step forward in motor retail.
