Car Controller

Gi Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Car Controller to manage a fleet of 40-50 vehicles. In this role, you'll coordinate schedules and ensure smooth operations across London. The ideal candidate has previous controller experience and strong knowledge of local geography. This is a full-time permanent position with a salary of up to £45,000 per annum.

Benefits

Full training and ongoing support

Structured rota for work-life balance

Day or night shifts to suit preference

Qualifications

• Proven previous experience as a controller (car/taxi/fleet control).
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Comfortable working independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Control and oversee 40-50 vehicles and their drivers.
• Allocate and dispatch jobs efficiently to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor vehicle and driver availability, performance and compliance.
• Resolve operational issues and adapt to changing conditions in real time.

Skills

Operational management

Geographical knowledge of London and wider UK

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Job description

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Car Controller to manage a fleet of 40-50 vehicles and drivers. You'll be responsible for allocating jobs, coordinating schedules, and ensuring smooth, punctual service across London and the UK. This is a hands-on operational role for someone with prior controller experience and strong local knowledge.

Location

Park Royal, London

Shift Pattern

4 on / 4 off (Day shift 06:00-18:00 or Night shift 18:00-06:00)

Contract and Salary

Contract: Permanent / Full-time
Salary: up to £45,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Control and oversee 40-50 vehicles and their drivers.
• Allocate and dispatch jobs efficiently to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor vehicle and driver availability, performance and compliance.
• Communicate clearly with drivers, customers and support teams.
• Resolve operational issues and adapt to changing conditions in real time.
• Maintain accurate records and logs (electronic and written).

Requirements

• Proven previous experience as a controller (car/taxi/fleet control).
• Strong knowledge of London and wider UK geography and routes.
• Proficient English: speaking, reading and writing.
• Excellent organisational, communication and decision making skills.
• Comfortable working independently and under pressure during busy periods.

We offer

• Full training and ongoing support from our operations team.
• Day or night shifts to suit your preference.
• A structured rota (4 on / 4 off) for work-life balance.
• A fast paced role with room to develop your operational skills.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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