VacancyTitle: Parts & Goods Controller

Dawsongroup PLC; Brighouse; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance (2x)

Wellbeing support

Generous leave: 24 days + bank holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Dawsongroup EMC is seeking a Parts Controller/Parts Advisor to keep our parts operation well-organised across multiple sites. You will balance stock levels, handle requests from engineers and workshops, and ensure accurate stock records and documentation.

The role focuses on reliability, efficiency and timely stock movements to support fleet maintenance. You will work with engineers, suppliers and the wider team to maintain inventory integrity, process invoices and organise returns while

Qualifications

• Organised stock management and daily documentation
• Strong communication with engineers, workshop and suppliers
• Attention to detail when checking invoices and stock records
• Familiarity with parts books or reference systems is helpful

Responsibilities

• Monitor and balance stock across Brighouse, Avonmouth and engineer van stocks
• Process parts requests from workshop and engineers within limits
• Receive, allocate and securely store parts, maintain stock records
• Process invoices, SD sheets, returns and warranty returns accurately
• Support stock checks, deliveries and supplier returns as needed

Skills

Stock control

Communication

Attention to detail

Parts catalogues

Tools

Parts catalogues

Job description

Are you a Parts Controller, Parts Advisor or experienced automotive professional looking for a role where keeping things organised really matters? As our Parts & Goods Controller in Brighouse, you’ll help keep our EMC operation moving by making sure the right parts are available at the right time, while balancing stock levels, cost and service.

• Monitor inventory across Brighouse, Avonmouth, engineer van stocks and impressed stocks, maintaining appropriate seasonal stock levels.
• Handle parts requests from the workshop and Field Service Engineers, purchasing components within agreed limits to support fleet maintenance and repairs.
• Receive, allocate and securely store parts, keeping stock records and documentation accurate and up to date.
• Process invoices, engineer SD sheets, returns and warranty returns accurately and within required reporting deadlines.
• Support stock checks, deliveries and stock movements, while monitoring obsolete and non-moving items and arranging supplier returns where appropriate.

About You

You’ll be someone who enjoys bringing order to a busy parts operation and understands how good stock control supports engineers, workshops and ultimately our customers. Previous experience within automotive, commercial vehicles, parts or a related environment would be useful, but we’re also interested in people with relevant transferable skills and the ability to learn.

• An organised approach to stock, documentation and day-to-day priorities.
• Confidence communicating with engineers, workshop colleagues, suppliers and the wider team.
• An eye for detail when checking invoices, reconciling parts and maintaining accurate records.
• Familiarity with parts books, catalogues or other reference systems would be beneficial.
• A constructive approach to solving queries and finding practical solutions.

About Us

Dawsongroup EMC provides specialist assets to customers across the municipal, environmental, utility and construction sectors, supported by the wider Dawsongroup approach to smarter asset strategy. We focus on modern, reliable assets and strong customer support, backed by a business with over 50 years of experience in asset rental.

• Work within a business that values integrity, accountability and smarter ways of working.
• Join a team supporting a broad specialist fleet, from road sweepers and refuse collection vehicles to gully tankers and other municipal assets.
• Benefit from 2x life assurance and wellbeing and mental health support.
• Enjoy 24 days standard leave allowance + Birthday + plus Bank Holidays + up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme).
• Access funded training, internal progression pathways, seasonal gifts and cycle to work schemes.

About Your Future

This is an opportunity to build your knowledge within a specialist asset business where strong parts control has a direct impact on fleet availability and customer service. We want our people to grow with us, with development opportunities and pathways available both nationally and worldwide.

• Develop your knowledge of specialist EMC assets, parts and reference systems.
• Build experience across stock management, purchasing, supplier relationships and operational support.
• Access funded learning and development opportunities to strengthen your skills.
• Explore internal progression pathways as your experience and ambitions grow.
• Be part of a business that encourages people to Grow Together, Work Smarter and Think Bigger.

Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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The company

Dawsongroup is a leading provider of asset rental, leasing, and management solutions across the UK, Europe, and beyond, offering a diverse portfolio from temperature control and transport to materials handling, specialist vehicles, and modular buildings. At the heart of its approach is the Smarter Asset Strategy, enabling businesses to access and optimise assets without the financial risks of ownership, supporting scalability, efficiency, and financial control.

With deep industry expertise, operational excellence, and a focus on innovation, Dawsongroup helps customers boost productivity, resilience, and sustainability to stay competitive in a changing marketplace.

"What I enjoy most about my role is the variety that each day brings and the chance to work collaboratively with such a supportive and knowledgeable team. We work well together, always willing to help one another, and it's rewarding to be part of a team that is focused on delivering great results while maintaining a positive and enjoyable working environment."

"Since joining Dawsongroup in 2008, I've progressed from Trainee Fleet Quality Controller to Area Sales Manager. The business has continually invested in my development, opening doors to new opportunities and challenges. It's a company where hard work is recognised and career progression is genuinely achievable."

• Head of Commercial Operations – EMC

"One of the things I value most about working at Dawsongroup is the opportunity to learn, grow and make a real difference. I've been trusted with new challenges, improvement projects and initiatives that benefit colleagues and customers. It's a rewarding environment that encourages innovation, ownership and long-term career development."