At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise workshop operations and ensure efficient work allocation at our Ford dealership.
- Company: Join Allen Motor Group, a leading automotive company with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, discounts, life assurance, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Full training provided with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading a team and ensuring top-quality service.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Workshop Controller or Vehicle Technician is essential.
The predicted salary is between 32400 - 39600 £ per year.
Allen Motor Group are currently looking to recruit a Workshop Controller to be responsible for the allocation and supervision of work throughout the workshop and ensuring the required number of labour hours are worked efficiently daily at our Ford dealership in Northampton. This position is offered on a full-time permanent 46.33 hour contract Monday – Friday with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings, paying £35,000 and reports directly to the Aftersales Manager.
In addition to a highly attractive basic salary, commission and target related bonus we also offer a range of other benefits including:
- 30 days holiday including bank holidays, plus additional holiday entitlement which increases with length of service
- Fantastic discounts on MOT’s, services and parts
- Life assurance benefit, at no cost to yourself
- £1,000 refer a friend scheme
- Full training and support to develop and progress your career with Allen Motor Group
- High achiever related prizes/experiences
To be considered for this position you will have working experience as either a Workshop Controller or Vehicle Technician within an automotive environment and ideally a background in using Kerridge. We are looking for individuals that possess the following attributes:
- Strong communication skills
- IT literate
- Problem solving skills within the role parameters, understanding when to escalate issues
- Fantastic time keeping and a strong sense of urgency
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Ensure service and repairs are carried out to the highest standards of quality
- Lead, motivate and allocate work to the technicians
- Ensure health and safety procedures are observed and always maintained
- Actively coach and develop the service team to increase individual competencies
- Liaise with the service advisors as to when repairs are due to be completed, ensuring the customer is kept up to date
To be considered for this opportunity please apply now.
Workshop Controller - Northampton Ford employer: Allen Motor Group
Allen Motor Group is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture at our Omoda dealership in Northampton where customer passion drives everything we do. With a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and comprehensive training, we empower our Sales Advisors to thrive and grow within the automotive industry, all while enjoying generous benefits like a company car and additional holiday entitlement. Join us to be part of a team that values every individual and fosters career development in a supportive environment.
