
Assistant Workshop Mechanic and Sales Assistant
Job Description
Working closely with the Lead Mechanic, you will support all workshop activities while also assisting the Assistant Store Manager with day-to-day store operations. In an open and approachable workshop environment, you will deliver highly professional service, build trust with customers and contribute to providing an outstanding brand experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a Brompton brand ambassador and deliver an excellent customer experience at every customer touchpoint.
- Provide specialist maintenance support, technical advice and practical solutions to customers.
- Respond promptly and courteously to workshop enquiries by phone and email.
- Support the operation of monthly maintenance events held both in store and online.
- Promote workshop services through Brompton’s social platforms and contribute to improving customer engagement.
- Prioritise mechanic responsibilities while also supporting sales and marketing activities as needed.
- Support the Assistant Store Manager and contribute to delivering a high-quality store experience and achieving store objectives.
- Manage workshop bookings and schedules to ensure that all work is completed to a high standard.
- Carry out repairs and maintenance in line with brand guidelines, technical materials and training content.
- Report product faults promptly to the customer service team in order to reduce warranty replacement lead times.
- Maintain a clean, safe and orderly workshop environment, including end-of-day cleaning.
- Replenish consumables and maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Report stock and risk-related issues to the Store Manager where necessary.
- Support monthly and annual stock counts within the workshop area.
- Handle stock processing and payment processing accurately in accordance with standard operating procedures and EPOS requirements.
- Comply with health and safety obligations and take constant care of your own safety and the safety of others.
- Complete all required training, including relevant Brompton Academy modules, within the designated timeframe.
Skills & Experience
This role is suited to someone who has solid mechanical skills, customer service experience, and a strong interest in cycling and the Brompton brand.
- Solid general bicycle knowledge and mechanical skills.
- A strong customer service mindset and the motivation to deepen Brompton product knowledge.
- Careful attention to detail and the initiative to take action independently.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to team and company goals.
- A high level of professionalism, energy and sense of responsibility.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain information clearly and factually to customers.
- Experience in customer service and sales operations; experience in lifestyle retail or bicycle brands is an advantage.
- Intermediate or above proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to read, write and speak both Japanese and English.
- The physical capability to lift boxes and bicycles, and to ride a bicycle when required.
- A strong interest in cycling and enthusiasm for the Brompton brand