Automotive Coster
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Position Overview & Specifications
Sparshatt Truck & Van has been synonymous with Mercedes-Benz in Kent for 40 years. Today the group operates four well-established sales and service sites across the county, employing over 200 staff.
Our original values of personal service and commitment to our customers remain as strong as ever and we are now looking for a Warranty and Invoicing Administrator to join our busy costing team. The team is based in Dartford, Kent but this role offers flexibility and remote working from home 100% of the time is an option. Therefore, candidates based further afield are encouraged to apply.
Working with one of the world’s largest and most recognised brands, this role is part of the costing team preparing all documentation and invoicing for workshop jobs. Day to day all documentation for invoices relating to work carried out needs to be completed correctly and in line with manufacturer and associated lease company requirements.
Full training is provided and can be done either in person or via Microsoft Teams.
Key purpose of the Job:-
Maximising available workshop hours to ensure targets are achieved.
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To create estimates for repairs and additional work found during the inspection or repair of the vehicle.
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To cost or create invoices from workshop repair job sets in conjunction with manufacturers’ set times and texts, ensuring that warranty and fleet rates are considered and that invoices are in accordance with customer-agreed estimates and authority numbers where applicable.
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Interpreting customers’ requirements, ensuring that no unauthorised work is undertaken and that customer queries are handled quickly and efficiently.
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Previous experience with costing in the automotive industry ideally within a Mercedes Benz dealership.
- High level of IT proficiency and able to work with new systems.
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Excellent administration and organisation skills.
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Effective communication skills, with the ability to communicate well over the telephone and in writing.
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Be proactive and use initiative
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A good team player but happy to work independently too.
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A competitive salary with bonus scheme
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Excellent working environment with the flexibility to work from home
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A range of training and development opportunities with Mercedes-Benz
- Healthcare cash back plan and well-being support, provided by Simply Health
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24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Company Healthcare Cashback Scheme with a wellbeing programme via Simply Health
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Company contributory pension via salary sacrifice
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Interest free employee loan scheme
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Free onsite fully equip gym
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Opportunity for discounted days out including uses of our corporate suite at brands hatch race circuit.
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Free access to free and anonymous professional financial, mental, and personal advice via our PK Benefits App.
If you feel you have the skills and the experience we are looking for and want to be part of Britain’s most successful Mercedes-Benz dealerships, please submit an application or apply via Indeed.
Sparshatt Truck and Van Ltd are committed to continuing its policy of equality in all aspects of employment and service delivery
Job Summary
Location: Dartford / Home Working
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary: £27,500 - £32,000 depending on experience.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Automotive Coster roles across Sparshatt Truck & Van's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,500 - £32,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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