Workshop Controller

Workshop Controller
Automotive Dealership | Speke
£35,000 Basic Salary | OTE £45,000

Are you an experienced Workshop Controller, Workshop Supervisor or Senior Technician looking to take the next step in your automotive career?
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Workshop Controller to join a busy and established automotive dealership in Speke.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Workshop Controller or a strong Senior Technician ready to move into a more senior supervisory position.

You’ll be joining a large and busy workshop with 21 Technicians and 4 Apprentices, working alongside an existing Workshop Controller and as part of the wider management structure.
Your role will be to help coordinate the day-to-day running of the workshop, maximise productivity and efficiency, and ensure vehicles are completed to a high technical and customer service standard.

The Role
As Workshop Controller, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the daily workflow of a busy workshop
• Allocating jobs to Technicians based on workload, skill level and availability
• Monitoring productivity, efficiency and overall workshop performance
• Supporting Technicians with technical and operational queries
• Ensuring vehicles are completed correctly and within agreed timescales
• Working closely with Service Advisors and the wider Aftersales team
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety and workshop housekeeping
• Supporting the development and performance of Technicians and Apprentices
• Helping to maintain excellent customer service and technical quality standards
• Providing day-to-day leadership and support to the workshop team

About You
We’re looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Workshop Supervisor or Senior Technician
• A strong technical understanding of vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to manage and prioritise work in a busy workshop environment
• Confidence working with Technicians, Service Advisors and senior management
• Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• The ability to motivate and support a large workshop team
• Main dealership experience would be advantageous

Package & Benefits

• £35,000 basic salary, depending on experience
• OTE of £45,000
• 45-hour working week
• Opportunity to join a large, established automotive workshop
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• A key role within the workshop management structure

Apply Today
If you’re an experienced Workshop Controller or Senior Technician ready to take the next step in your career, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a successful and established automotive dealership.