Workshop Controller
5 months ago
**County**: Leicestershire
**Town/City**: Leicester
**Sector**: Service Department, Car Dealership
**Salary**: £35000 - £40000 per annum
**Job ref**: 131778
**Workshop Controller Position - Leicester Main Dealership**
- Basic Salary up to £35,000
- Plus bonus Scheme OTE £40,000
- Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00 (30 mins lunch)
- Saturday rota, 08:30-12:30
My client, a reputable automotive dealership located in Leicester, is seeking a dedicated Workshop Controller to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a busy and successful Service Department within a family-run establishment.
This is a hands on role, meaning you will spend time on the tools as well as managing the workshop. Therefore, a wealth of technical experience is required.
**Workshop Controller Role**:
As a Workshop Controller, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the workshop, focusing on improving customer experience, efficiency, and minimising costs.
**Key responsibilities include**:
- Supporting Personal Service Technicians (PSTs) in the workshop
- Effective production planning and scheduling, adhering to workshop standards
- Conducting daily meetings and following up on team KPIs
- Identifying improvement areas and implementing measures to achieve objectives
- Pre-checking and following the daily planning for the team
- Providing first-line support and assistance to the team
- Coaching and supporting PSTs with technical and administrative issues
- Coordinating improvement work in the workshop and tracking progress
**Workshop Controller Requirements**:
- NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience as a Technician or Workshop Controller preferred
- Strong coaching, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Understanding of the customer service process, including parts and sales
- Ability to identify problems at root cause and plan effective solutions
- Availability for Saturday rota shifts and flexibility during holiday periods
**Workshop Controller Benefits**:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Staff mental/physical health and wellbeing support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private medical insurance after 3 years' service
- Life insurance after 3 years' service
- Discounted car purchase scheme
- Manufacturer training and development opportunities
- Staff referral scheme
- Birthday and year-end gifts
Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.
**Tom Thacker**:
**Recruitment Executive**
01604 211142
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