At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a busy workshop, manage vehicle preparation and ensure top-notch quality.
- Company: Prestigious vehicle retailer with a strong reputation in the automotive industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, Monday to Friday hours, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team culture with potential for long-term growth.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and make a real impact in a thriving environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in workshop management or a strong automotive background.
The predicted salary is between 36225 - 44275 £ per year.
An established and highly respected prestige and performance vehicle retailer is looking to recruit a Workshop Controller to join its busy operation in Radcliffe. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Workshop Controller or an ambitious Senior Technician looking to take the next step into a leadership position. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing vehicle preparation, workshop workflow and staff performance, ensuring vehicles are prepared efficiently and to the highest standards before retail sale.
As Workshop Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire vehicle preparation process from arrival through to retail readiness. Duties will include:
- Managing and prioritising daily workshop workloads
- Conducting initial vehicle appraisals
- Coordinating all mechanical, cosmetic and preparation work
- Liaising with external bodyshops and repair providers
- Organising MOT testing and vehicle movements
- Managing and supporting the in-house preparation team
- Monitoring job progress and workshop efficiency
- Ensuring vehicles are prepared and presented to retail standards within agreed timescales
- Maintaining effective communication across all departments
This position would suit someone who is highly organised, understands the importance of workshop efficiency, and has the confidence to lead a team and keep jobs moving. We are looking for a strong character with a professional and authoritative approach who can effectively manage people, deadlines and workshop operations.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Vehicle Preparation Manager or similar role
- Experience within an independent automotive environment
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- A proactive and hands-on approach
- Good understanding of vehicle preparation and workshop operations
- The ability to work independently and make decisions confidently
- A full UK driving licence
Candidates currently working on the tools who are looking to step into their first management role are encouraged to apply. The right attitude, leadership qualities and understanding of workshop operations are just as important as previous controller experience.
What’s on Offer?
- £35,000 – £40,000 basic salary, depending on experience
- Monday to Friday working hours
- No weekends
- Opportunity to join a successful and growing prestige vehicle business
- Long-term career development potential
- Stable and supportive working environment
If you’re a driven automotive professional with the ability to lead from the front and keep a busy workshop running efficiently, we’d love to hear from you.
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