Workshop Controller

Holt Recruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Workshop Controller to lead a dynamic team in a commercial vehicle workshop. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing technician assignments, and ensuring high standards of quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in workshop management and team leadership, with opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment. If you're passionate about the automotive industry and ready to take on a pivotal role, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Enhanced Overtime Rates

Increased Holiday Allowance

Manufacturer Training

Employee Benefits Package

Supportive Work Environment

Career Growth Potential

Qualifications

• Experience as a Workshop Controller or Supervisor in a Commercial Vehicle workshop.
• Formal qualification to NVQ level 3 or equivalent is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Service Department and manage team resources effectively.
• Assign tasks to technicians to maximize productivity and meet deadlines.
• Conduct quality checks and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Workshop Management

Team Leadership

Performance Management

Quality Control

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent

Job description

Workshop Controller

Job Title: Workshop Controller
Salary: up to £45000 per annum
Location: Swindon

My client, a well-established commercial vehicle workshop, is actively seeking to employ an experienced Workshop Controller.

Workshop Controller Benefits:

1. Enhanced Overtime Rates
2. Increased holiday allowance, further increased with service.
3. Manufacturer training
4. Employee benefits package
5. Supportive and collaborative work environment
6. Career growth potential within a reputable dealership

Workshop Controller Job Role:

1. Liaise daily with the Service Department and be on hand to answer any queries from other departments.
2. Incoming work is planned as well as managing the time and resource of your team.
3. Assign technicians to tasks ensuring productivity is maximised and that deadlines are adhered to.
4. Performance management, coaching and development of the team.
5. Quality checking, ordering of parts, audits and compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Requirements for Workshop Controller:

1. Previous experience as a Workshop Controller / Supervisor is essential in a Commercial Vehicle workshop.
2. Ideally have a formal qualification to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
3. Class 1 or 2 licence desirable.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV via this advert or contact John Barnes at Holt Recruitment on 07955081481.