Workshop Controller

Motus Commercials Ltd; Frome; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday

Medical insurance discount

Employee discounts

Progression opportunities

Manufacturer training

HGV licence training

Tachograph training

Forklift training

Roadside Awareness Training

Extensive company benefits

Job summary

Motus Commercials Ltd in Frome, United Kingdom, is seeking a Workshop Controller to lead our HGV workshop during daytime hours. You will manage technicians and apprentices, coordinate with Service Advisors on daily planning, and drive MOT and KPI targets to ensure high standards of service.

We value strong leadership, clear communication and the ability to motivate teams. DAF product experience is a plus, with opportunities for progression within a market-leading dealer group.

Qualifications

• Brilliant leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire.
• DAF product experience an advantage.
• Motor Trade/Workshop experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of HGV Technicians, Workshop Supervisors and Apprentices.
• Liaising with Service Advisors on daily planning.
• Ensuring MOT pass rate targets and KPI’s are met.
• Dealing with customer queries.
• Strengthening and developing long term customer and franchise partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Motivation & People management

DAF product experience

Motor Trade/Workshop experience

Job description

# Workshop Controller## Job Introduction**Workshop Controller** Wanted at **Motus Commercials**, the largest DAF Trucks Dealer Group in Europe and Largest independent commercial vehicle dealer group in the UK!Here at Motus Commercials we’re **proud** to employ great colleagues who are passionate about their roles. When looking for the right role, we recognise everyone has different needs, considerations and aspirations. So no matter who you are, what you need or where you’re going, Motus Commercials want to be a part of **your future.****Location:** Frome**Hours:** Monday to Friday 6.00am - 16.00pm**Salary:** 34K - 39K**What’s in it for you:*** 23 days holiday rising to 25* Discounted medical insurance* Employee discounts* Progression opportunities* Full manufacturer training* HGV licence, Tachograph, Forklift & Roadside Awareness Training availablePlus many more extensive company benefits!**What are we looking for:*** Brilliant leadership skills* Excellent communication skills* Ability to motivate and inspire* DAF product experience an advantage* Motor Trade/Workshop experience**What will you be doing:*** Managing a team of HGV Technicians, Workshop Supervisors and Apprentices* Liaising with Service Advisors on daily planning* Ensuring MOT pass rate targets and KPI’s are met* Dealing with customer queries* Strengthening and developing long term customer and franchise partnershipsSo, if you’re looking to work for a company who believes it’s **colleagues truly are its most important asset,**who promotes**a fully inclusive talent dominated workplace**then apply today via our careers page or **text SWR to 07700 169900**.Apply+− OpenStreetMap contributors### Workshop Controller* **Salary** £34000 - £39000* Annual* **Job Reference** ukmotus/TP/211/2507* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** No Expiry Date* **Job Category** Service* **Business Unit** MC SWR Frome* **Location** Frome, United Kingdom* 6 November, 2026