Workshop Controller

Vertu Motors plc; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Training and career development

Colleague rewards & discounts

Preferential service rates

Colleague car purchase scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Pension contributions

Enhanced family policies

Job summary

Vertu Land Rover Chesterfield is seeking a Workshop Controller to join a busy dealership and lead a team in delivering outstanding service.

You will plan and allocate work, mentor technicians and ensure deadlines are met while maintaining quality, in a role that offers a competitive base salary and achievable OTE.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Workshop Controller in a main dealer environment.

Responsibilities

• Planning and allocating jobs to technicians to optimise time, resources and customer satisfaction.
• Mentoring your team to maintain high standards of work and productivity.
• Monitoring job progress and ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Communicating with the service team to coordinate priorities and workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

UK driving licence

Job description

Vertu Land Rover Chesterfield

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join our high-performing team at Vertu Land Rover Chesterfield, as a Workshop Controller where your skills, leadership, and attention to detail will be valued and supported.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join our high-performing team at Vertu Land Rover Chesterfield, as a Workshop Controller where your skills, leadership, and attention to detail will be valued and supported.

We’re offering a £40,000 basic salary with OTE up to £45,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing development opportunities.

This is based on a 45-hour per week role, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm.

About The Role

As Workshop Controller, you’ll play a vital role in the daily operation of a very busy and successful dealership.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Planning and allocating jobs to technicians to optimise time, resources, and customer satisfaction.
• Supporting and mentoring your team to ensure high standards of work and productivity.
• Monitoring job progress and ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Communicating effectively with the service team to coordinate priorities and workflow.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Workshop Controller within a main dealer environment
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with people from all backgrounds
• A full, valid UK driving licence.

What You Can Expect In Return

At Vertu Motors, we are committed to investing in our people and fostering a workplace where everyone can grow, succeed, and feel part of something great.

• 25 days holiday rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Ongoing training and clear career development pathways
• Access to a colleague rewards platform with cashback and retail discounts
• Preferential service rates
• Colleague car purchase scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Pension contributions
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and family-friendly policies