Workshop Controller

Lookers; Worcester; In loco; GBP 41.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary with progression

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Techscheme discounts

Eyecare vouchers

GP access (Smart Health)

Dental insurance

MyView PayNow

Gym membership discounts

Travel insurance

Home and technology vouchers

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Lookers is hiring a Workshop Controller for Mercedes-Benz Worcester to supervise technicians, prioritise workload and drive daily workshop targets. You will support the Aftersales Manager and engage in brand-specific training to progress within the motor-trade industry.

The role focuses on ensuring high standards of service, safety and performance, with a salary up to £45,600 OTE and a 42-hour week (Mon-Fri 8:00-18:00, Saturdays on rota).

Competenze

• Experience in workshop operations and supervision.
• Ability to prioritise workload and review daily targets.
• Commitment to high standards of service and safety.

Mansioni

• Oversee day-to-day running of the workshop and ensure targets are met.
• Support technicians during repairs and liaise with manufacturers.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction through quality checks and service standards.

Conoscenze

Workshop supervision

Team coordination

Quality checks

Descrizione del lavoro

About us : We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Location: Mercedes-Benz Worcester

Hours: 42, Monday - Friday 8:00 - 18:00 (plus Saturdays on rota)

Salary: OTE Up to £45,600 (including basic of £34,000 - £36,000 plus bonus)

An exciting opportunity has become available at Mercedes-Benz of Worcester as we’re on the lookout for an experienced Workshop Controller to join our dynamic team in our state of the art facility. It is the perfect opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic Workshop Controller to advance their career in a premium brand environment. As a Workshop Controller, you will supervise and motivate our team of Technicians & Apprentices and pro-actively review & prioritise the daily workload.

As a Workshop Controller you will be a crucial part of our business and the Aftersales Department. You will be reporting into our Aftersales Manager who will be giving you ongoing support to ensure that you have the tools needed to perform to the very best of your ability! Furthermore you will also be able to do brand specific training which will enable you to progress within the brand and the motor trade industry.

The successful candidate for our Workshop Controller position will be responsible for the day to day running of the workshop, ensuring the service and repair technicians achieve their daily targets. Assisting the Aftersales Manager in ensuring the department provides the best possible service to the customers and achieves agreed profits and retention levels.As part of your daily role you will be responsible for maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction by implementing relevant quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Making sure all service work is carried out correctly, competently and on time, with customer satisfaction in mind.
• You will also maintain relationships with the vehicle manufacturer and provide support to Technicians during repairs and ensure that high standards are achieved and maintained within the workshop and surrounding areas.
• Ensuring that all working practices comply with company, DVSA, health and safety and OEM policy.
• Liaising with colleagues and other departments to ensure a top quality service for customers.
• Scheduling work to meet customer needs, taking into account workshop targets, the complexity of each job and the availability of parts.
• Assisting with technical challenges by going above and beyond to support the team and writing technical reports

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life’s most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application issuccessful,we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us.Thesewill includeverifying your recent employment, address, credit historyandastandardcriminal recordcheck. For roles that require you to drive, adriving licence checkwill also be carried out.Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.

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