Opportunities in Automotive
Welcome
There are so many career opportunities available in the automotive industry, and your career could be whatever you want it to be. You have the power to create a fantastic career for yourself in the automotive sector. By setting goals, being committed, dedicating yourself to developing, seeking support from others and being open to change - you will discover the very best version of you and create a career that fulfils you.
We believe gender should not be a barrier to more women joining and succeeding in the automotive industry. That’s why we are speaking about women’s career opportunities in the sector, shining a light on the amazing women who have already succeeded and sharing what it is really like to work in this fulfilling and exciting industry, We hope you’ll find this collection of real-life stories and experiences inspirational and helpful, in whatever career journey you choose to take. No matter what – we believe you have what it takes to succeed!
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“There are also many different roles, from hands-on technical jobs to marketing, HR, creative and leadership positions. Don’t be put off by stereotypes. And you don’t
We want to empower women to consider a career in automotive, and that starts by outlining the potential roles available. Technician:
have to love vehicles!!” - Ellen Plumer, Ben - The Automotive Industry Charity
Best Wishes,
Rygor Group “The industry is welcoming, accessible, and full of opportunities to make a real impact. While women may still be underrepresented, this shouldn’t be seen as a barrier but as a chance to shape the future and bring diverse perspectives.” - Samantha Bettridge, Rygor Group
HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle), LCV (Light Commercial Vehicle) or Passenger Car Technicians are responsible for maintaining, diagnosing and repairing vehicles from cars and vans to trucks and buses. Fleet: Within a fleet role, managing the scheduling, maintenance and records of the vehicles owned by an organisation is integral to everyday responsibilities. Sales: A salesperson problem-solves to assist customers in finding their dream vehicle, from providing advice tailored to the customers’ needs, to accompanying test drives and negotiating prices. Service Advisor: Service Advisors role act as the main line of communication between customers and the workshop, taking bookings and offering the right service options to the customer. Marketing: Marketers connect a brand with its audience through creative solutions that stand out from the competition. Through strategic thinking, marketers help drive customers into the business. Parts Advisor: Parts Advisors have a good technical understanding and knowledge of how vehicles work, which allows them to share their expertise with customers to advise on how to solve a mechanical problem. Human Resources: Shaping a company’s culture through strategic recruiting, onboarding, wellbeing, and learning and development.
of women still feel underrepresented in leadership positions within the automotive industry. 68%
38%
Girls, women and those who identify as female are l ess likely to consider careers in the automotive sector , due to a lack of exposure to the incredible opportunities available.
of women noticed some positive changes in the industry, in the past two years. And we are committed to growing that figure.
Source: Industry study 2025: Driving diversity and inclusion for women in automotive industry | Deloitte UK
Copyright Rygor Group 2025
Copyright Rygor Group 2025
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