Lead Workshop Controller – Auto Workshop Ops

Northgate Vehicle Hire

Larkhill

Hybrid

GBP 36,000 - 44,000

Full time

9 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus
Annual leave (+birthday)
Life assurance
Well-being services
Vehicle leasing
Pension & save-as-you-earn
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Wagestream

Job summary

Northgate Vehicle Hire is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller at our Kidderminster site. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate workflow, and ensure vehicles are repaired to high standards, keeping customers on the road.

The role demands a qualified technician with strong workshop experience, leadership ability, and exceptional customer service. A competitive salary is offered with a quarterly bonus and extensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Qualified technician background with workshop experience and strong technical knowledge.
  • Commercial awareness and practical, solutions-focused mindset.
  • Proven leadership to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
  • Hands-on, proactive approach to contribute to business success.
  • Outstanding customer service skills to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
  • Ability to thrive in a busy environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead from the front, coordinating technicians and managing priorities.
  • Ensure vehicles leave the workshop to high technical and quality standards.
  • Influence workshop performance to maximise productivity and profitability.
  • Make key decisions on warranty and recharge opportunities.

Skills

Qualified technician
Workshop experience
Technical knowledge
Leadership skills
Customer service

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Northgate Vehicle Hire is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller at our Kidderminster site. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate workflow, and ensure vehicles are repaired to high standards, keeping customers on the road.

The role demands a qualified technician with strong workshop experience, leadership ability, and exceptional customer service. A competitive salary is offered with a quarterly bonus and extensive benefits package.

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