Workshop Manager

Adam Curtis Specialist Automotive Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Rochford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adam Curtis Specialist Automotive Recruitment Consultancy Ltd is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager/Controller to lead a busy automotive workshop and maximise hours sold.

In this Monday–Friday role you will manage a team of around 25 technicians and apprentices, drive productivity, monitor performance and ensure high standards of quality, safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing a busy automotive workshop.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day workshop operations and performance.
• Plan and control daily workflow to maximise hours sold.
• Coach and develop technicians and apprentices to maintain high standards.

Skills

Workshop management

Job description

Workshop Manager

Negotiable basic with £50,000 OTE (up to £60,000 achievable)
Monday–Friday | 8:00am–6:00pm | 45 hours per week
No Weekend Working

Our client is looking for an experienced Workshop Manager / Workshop Controller to take responsibility for the day-to-day running and performance of a busy automotive workshop.

The role has become available as the business now requires a dedicated manager/controller who can take ownership of workshop performance, productivity and maximising hours through the workshop.

The Role

As Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing a busy workshop of approximately 20 Technicians and 5 Apprentices
• Driving workshop productivity and maximising hours sold through the workshop
• Monitoring technician performance, efficiency and utilisation
• Planning and controlling the daily workflow
• Ensuring jobs are allocated effectively and completed within agreed timescales
• Supporting technicians and apprentices to maintain high standards
• Working closely with the wider aftersales team to ensure smooth workshop operations
• Monitoring outstanding work and ensuring vehicles move efficiently through the workshop
• Setting the workshop up for success across the full operating week, including ensuring effective planning for weekend operations
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety and customer service
• Coaching and developing the workshop team
• Working alongside an existing Assistant Workshop Manager/Controller

About You

We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager, Workshop Controller or similar automotive professional who has a proven track record of managing a busy workshop.

You will need:

• Previous experience in a workshop management/controller position
• Strong understanding of workshop processes and technician productivity
• Experience managing a sizeable workshop team
• A commercial mindset with a focus on hours, efficiency and performance
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The confidence to manage, motivate and hold technicians accountable
• A proactive approach to workshop planning and problem solving

What's on Offer?

• £35,000 basic salary, with more available for the right candidate
• £50,000 OTE
• Earnings of up to £60,000 available
• Monday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm
• 45-hour working week
• No weekend working
• Existing Assistant Workshop Manager/Controller in place
• Opportunity to take genuine ownership of workshop performance
• Large team environment with approximately 20 Technicians + 5 Apprentices
• Long-term opportunity within an established automotive business

If you're an experienced Workshop Controller or Manager looking for a Monday–Friday management position with strong earning potential and genuine responsibility for workshop performance, we'd like to hear from you.