Workshop Controller

Inchcape; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global automotive distributor is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller to lead their workshop team. In this role, you will manage the service and repair process, ensuring high quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses a valid Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate and strong leadership skills. Additional perks include extra days off, employee benefits program, and a commitment to workplace inclusion. If you are passionate about the automotive industry and seeking a dynamic work environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Additional days off

Employee benefits program

Company car rental program

Discounts on vehicle purchases and services

Free annual flu vaccination

Corporate healthcare plan with Bupa

Financial services support

Company-paid salary continuance

Death and TPD insurance

Comprehensive employee wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading a service team.
• Passion for the Subaru brand and high-quality service.
• Valid, current driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Service Workshop team and direct work to technicians.
• Monitor performance and productivity of workshop staff.
• Ensure all work meets Manufacturer Repair Times Guide.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Education

Current Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate

Job description

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Are you an experienced automotive professional with strong leadership skills? Do you thrive in a fast-paced workshop environment, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality service? Our highly successful Subaru team is looking for an experiencedWorkshop Controllerto join our leading dealership atSubaru Budoorato lead our team and efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

What’s the opportunity?

This role will be responsible for the management of a designated Service Workshop team.

On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:

• Directing work and jobs to technicians, monitoring workshop staff performance and productivity.
• Identifying and overseeing repair of technical issues, providing support to technicians to build knowledge base.
• Ensuring all work is completed within Manufacturer Repair Times Guide and Trivett’s Retail standards
• Road testing vehicles to ensure quality and safety checks are completed.
• Completing quality and timely work as per Repair Order instructions , identifying additional work where required (EVHC) and liaising with Service Advisor's to provide feedback to customers.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a current Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate
• Ability to work in a busy service centre, and previous experience in leading a team.
• Be passionate about the Subaru brand.
• Have good eye for detail and clear understanding of workshop operations.
• Be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• You must have a valid, current drivers licence in this role.
• Enjoy more time doing that you love withadditional days offincluding an annual Wellbeing Leave and annual Volunteering Leave each year.
• Access to ouremployee benefits programincluding company car rental program, discounts on vehicle purchases and services, free annual flu vaccination, corporate health care plan with Bupa,financial services support, company-paid salary continuance, Death and TPD insurance, and a comprehensive employee wellbeing program.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit we’re looking for. Join our team and become part of a leading global automotive company that is transforming tomorrow, together.

Opportunity for everyone

Inchcape actively encourages applicants from all identities, backgrounds, and experiences, helping ensure our workforce is representative of the global communities we operate in. Click here to learn more about our commitment to Inclusion and Diversity.

About us

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in 39 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to sustainably power better mobility today and in the future. Our diverse global team of over 17,000 talented colleagues foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, delivering a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, driving the transformation of our industry and redefining tomorrow. Find out more visit www.inchcape.com

Additional information request

Selected candidates will be contacted to initiate our hiring journey. We may request additional information from applicants to better understand your background, qualifications and experience for the role.

Inchcape Australia is proud to be certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace, recognising our commitment to supporting colleagues with diverse family and caring responsibilities. Here, you’ll be empowered to thrive both at work and at home.

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