Workshop Controller

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; North Waterhouse Farm; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Holiday entitlement

Ongoing training

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd. is seeking a Workshop Controller for an experienced automotive workshop in Oldham.

The role offers a clear path from technician/supervisor to management, with hands-on responsibility for workflow, quality, and team development in a busy workshop environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge across vans and cars, excellent leadership, and a passion for customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Workshop Controller or similar supervisory role
• Strong technical knowledge across vans and cars
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to manage workflow and drive productivity
• Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
• Effective communication skills
• Desire to develop into management position

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop workflow and allocate jobs to technicians
• Supervise and support the workshop team to maintain high standards
• Conduct quality checks on repairs and servicing
• Assist in diagnostics and technical training
• Collaborate with Service/Workshop Manager to improve performance
• Implement health and safety policies

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

People management

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Workshop Controller to join our client's reputable independent automotive business in Oldham. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician or supervisor to advance into a management position within a busy workshop environment. The Workshop Controller will be instrumental in ensuring operational efficiency, overseeing vehicle repairs, and supporting a dedicated team of technicians across a variety of vehicle types.

• Competitive salary of £45,000 per annum plus bonus scheme
• Working hours Monday to Friday, with no weekend shifts
• Clear pathways for career development and progression
• Ongoing training and professional development programmes
• Supportive team environment focused on staff growth
• Pension scheme, staff discounts, and holiday entitlement
• Opportunity to work on both vans and cars in a diverse workshop setting
• Company sick pay and annual leave

Duties:

• Manage daily workshop workflow and allocate jobs to technicians based on their expertise
• Supervise and support the workshop team to ensure high standards of work
• Conduct quality control checks on vehicle repairs and servicing
• Support technicians with technical issues and diagnostics as the Workshop Controller
• Liaise with the Service/Workshop Manager to optimise workshop performance
• Implement health and safety policies and ensure procedures are followed
• Contribute to the development of team members and encourage best practice
• Maintain high levels of customer service and communication as the Workshop Controller
• Assist in technical training and support for less experienced staff
• Support the continuous improvement of workshop processes

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Workshop Controller, Senior Technician, Master Technician, or similar supervisory role
• Strong technical expertise across various vehicle types, including vans and cars
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to manage workflow and support team productivity effectively
• Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
• Exceptional communication skills
• A desire to develop into a management position within the automotive industry

This is an ideal opportunity for a driven, technically competent professional seeking career progression in a well-established, growing business. The successful individual will benefit from working within a supportive environment that values development and employee wellbeing.