Workshop Controller, Umhlanga

Recruitify_HR; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 179,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Umhlanga-based automotive dealership is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller to join its service department. The role requires coordinating daily workshop workflow, allocating work to technicians, and liaising with service advisors and management.

Candidates should have a strong technical background, excellent planning and leadership, and proven experience with the BSI system. A stable employment history and valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Experience as Workshop Controller in automotive dealership.
• BSI system experience essential.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate busy workshop and lead teams.
• Valid driver’s license and references.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and control the daily workflow of the workshop
• Allocate work to technicians according to their skills and availability
• Monitor the progress of repairs and services
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and within required timeframes
• Liaise with service advisors, technicians and workshop management
• Assist with resolving technical and operational workshop queries
• Maintain high standards of productivity and workmanship
• Promote teamwork and effective communication within the workshop
• Ensure dealership and manufacturer procedures are followed

Skills

Workshop coordination

BSI System

Automotive technical

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Driving license

Job description

A well-established automotive dealership in Umhlanga is looking for an experienced Workshop Controller to join its service department.

The successful candidate must have a strong technical background, excellent organisational skills and the ability to coordinate the daily workflow of a busy automotive workshop. Previous experience working with the BSI system is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and control the daily workflow of the workshop
• Allocate work to technicians according to their skills and availability
• Monitor the progress of repairs and services
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and within the required timeframes
• Liaise with service advisors, technicians and workshop management
• Assist with resolving technical and operational workshop queries
• Maintain high standards of productivity and workmanship
• Promote teamwork and effective communication within the workshop
• Ensure dealership and manufacturer procedures are followed

Minimum Requirements

• Previous Workshop Controller experience within an automotive dealership

BSI System Experience Is Essential

• A strong automotive technical background
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Must be a team player
• Able to perform effectively in a busy workshop environment
• Stable employment history with contactable references
• Valid driver’s licence

Salary and Benefits

• Basic salary of R16 000 to R22 000 per month, depending on experience
• Medical aid
• Pension fund