Workshop Controller in Bishops Stortford

Workshop Controller in Bishops Stortford

Bishops Stortford Full-Time 39500 - 39500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
ACS Automotive Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a high-performing workshop team and drive efficiency in a busy dealership.
  • Company: Prestigious main dealership with a supportive work environment.
  • Benefits: £36,000 basic salary, £43,000 OTE, and career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a large team with excellent support and a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic aftersales department while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a Workshop Controller and strong technical knowledge required.

The predicted salary is between 39500 - 39500 £ per year.

  • Workshop Controller £36,000 Basic Salary | £43,000 OTE | Prestige
  • Main
  • Dealership
  • Dealership

Salary: £36,000 Basic | £43,000 OTE Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am – 5:30pm | Saturdays are 1 in 4 8am - 2pm Our client, a successful and busy main dealership, is looking to recruit an experienced Workshop Controller to lead and support a high-performing aftersales operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a current Workshop Controller from a technical background looking to have clear career progression.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving workshop efficiency, maximising productivity and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a large workshop team.

Working alongside the management team, you will play a key role in maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction while ensuring technicians are fully utilised and workshop performance targets are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing and controlling the daily workflow within the workshop
  • Allocating work effectively to maximise technician productivity and efficiency
  • Monitoring workshop performance and ensuring labour sales opportunities are maximised
  • Supporting and motivating a team of 8 Technicians
  • Liaising closely with Service Advisors and management to ensure excellent customer service
  • Monitoring work progress and ensuring deadlines are met
  • Ensuring all repair orders are completed accurately and efficiently
  • Supporting workshop quality control procedures
  • Driving workshop performance, efficiency and profitability
  • Maintaining a safe, organised and productive working environment About You To be successful in this role you will ideally have:
  • Previous experience as a Workshop Controller within a main dealership environment and excellent technical knowledge
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Excellent organisational and planning abilities
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy workshop environment
  • A proven track record of improving workshop efficiency and productivity
  • Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
  • The ability to motivate and develop a team
  • Good technical understanding of vehicle repair and servicing operations What's On Offer?
  • £36,000 Basic Salary
  • Monday to Friday working pattern with 1 n 4 Saturdays
  • Established main dealership environment
  • Large workshop team with strong support structure
  • Genuine opportunity to make an impact within a busy aftersales department
  • Long-term career progression opportunities If you're an experienced Workshop Controller ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
  • Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration
ACS Automotive Recruitment

Contact Details:

ACS Automotive Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Workshop Controller in Bishops Stortford

Workshop Management
Technical Knowledge of Vehicle Repair
Leadership Skills
People Management
Organisational Skills
Planning Abilities
Multi-Priority Management