Maintenance Controller Hybrid Role for Downtime Solutions

Holman Enterprises; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Holman UK is seeking a Maintenance Controller to join our Maintenance Team in Chippenham. This permanent role starts with training in our Chippenham offices, with travel required 4-6 months, then hybrid work (3 days in the office, Tue-Thu).

You will manage authorization requests, challenge vendors, input data accurately, minimize downtime, communicate with customers, and escalate concerns as needed. Ideal candidate has City & Guilds qualifications and strong vehicle mechanics knowledge.

Qualifications

• Technical vehicle qualifications such as City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Knowledge of motor vehicle mechanics including LCV/HGV and related equipment.
• Understanding of vehicle and equipment compliance requirements.
• Experience in a workshop or similar environment.
• Ability to handle difficult conversations at a technical level.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Good communication and rapport with people at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Managing authorization requests promptly and ensuring pricing and labour times are correct.
• Challenging vendors when appropriate and ensuring accurate data entry in Holman systems.
• Controlling vehicle downtime, tracking work progress, and updating systems clearly.
• Engaging with customers regarding authorisation activities and cost-effective solutions.
• Keeping customers updated on progress and escalating concerns to the Team Leader.

Skills

City & Guilds

Vehicle mechanics

LCV/HGV experience

Vehicle compliance

Workshop experience

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds certificate

Job description

Holman UK is seeking a Maintenance Controller to join our Maintenance Team in Chippenham. This permanent role starts with training in our Chippenham offices, with travel required 4-6 months, then hybrid work (3 days in the office, Tue-Thu).

You will manage authorization requests, challenge vendors, input data accurately, minimize downtime, communicate with customers, and escalate concerns as needed. Ideal candidate has City & Guilds qualifications and strong vehicle mechanics knowledge.