HGV Workshop Controller

Accord Resourcing Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive sector is looking for a dedicated HGV Workshop Controller to lead their workshop team in Croydon. In this pivotal role, you will ensure exceptional customer service while maintaining profitability and adherence to company policies. Your leadership will drive daily operations, from scheduling repairs to managing inventory and compliance with safety regulations. This role offers a great opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, where your expertise in the motor vehicle industry will be highly valued. Join a company that prioritizes growth and employee well-being, providing a supportive workplace and attractive benefits.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare plan with dental insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on High Street shops and cinemas

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a team and/or stakeholder.
• Understanding of Operators Licence Laws and Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of technicians in daily workshop operations.
• Coordinate and schedule maintenance and repair tasks for vehicles.

Skills

Team Management

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Safety Protocols

Presentation Skills

Education

City and Guilds, NVQ 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HGV Workshop Controller needed

Croydon

Our client, a prestigious truck and bus manufacturer and dealer, is seeking for a HGV Workshop Controller to join their team.

The ideal candidate will be committed to guiding the workshop team to deliver exceptional customer service, whilst ensuring profitability, and that all company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times, and will take a lead on at site level.

Role: HGV Workshop Controller

Hours: Monday to Friday - 0700hrs to 1530hrs (1/2 hour unpaid lunch) = 40 hrs per week

Location: Croydon

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team of technicians in daily workshop operations.
• Coordinate and schedule maintenance and repair tasks for vehicles.
• Oversee inventory management and ensure availability of necessary parts and supplies.
• Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide guidance and training to staff to maintain high service standards.

Requirements:

• Previous experience of managing a team and/or stakeholder
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint & Excel.
• An understanding of Operators Licence Laws and Regulations.
• Presentation skills.
• Preferred City and Guilds, NVQ 3 or equivalent in Motor Vehicle Technology
• Experience of working within the motor vehicle industry, preferably a technical background from working within a commercial workshop.
• Full knowledge of VOSA requirements and MOT testers manual
• Knowledge of workshop KPIs

Benefits:

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays raising to 30 days (+1 day per year)
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 5%)
• Healthcare plan with access to dental insurance
• Other benefits include cycle to work scheme, friend and family discount on High Street shops, cinemas, travel, theme parks plus many more