A key role within a high‑volume accident repair centre, overseeing the panel shop and working alongside another Workshop Controller. This position is central to keeping a busy workshop running smoothly, maintaining quality, and supporting a team of skilled technicians.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–16:30, Friday 08:00–15:30
Benefits: Pension scheme, life assurance, 30 days’ holiday including bank holidays (rising with service), employee discounts on vehicles/aftersales, wellbeing support, digital GP access, flu vaccinations, wellness app, and recognition schemes.
Workshop Controller – About the Role
As the Workshop Controller for the panel shop, you’ll manage workflow, support seven technicians, and ensure repairs move efficiently through the workshop. The site repairs over 200 vehicles per month, so the pace is fast and consistency is essential. This role suits someone energetic, hands‑on, and confident working closely with panel beaters and technicians.
You’ll work directly with the management team and the existing Workshop Controller, with strong support around you. It’s not a desk‑based job — you’ll be active on the workshop floor, keeping jobs moving, solving problems, and maintaining standards.
- Manage daily workflow across the panel shop
- Coordinate and support a team of seven technicians
- Keep repair progress on track and maintain turnaround targets
- Maintain quality, fit, finish, and manufacturer standards
- Identify additional repair work and liaise with management/VDA teams
- Ensure correct processes for ADAS, diagnostics, and modern repair methods
- Uphold safety, compliance, and workshop organisation
- Work collaboratively with the wider workshop control team
Workshop Controller – Required Experience
This is a specialist hire and requires the right blend of technical background and leadership ability.
- Strong background as a Panel Beater
- Around 1–2 years’ experience in workshop control, senior panel roles, or similar
- Confident managing people, workflow, and repair standards
- Able to communicate effectively with technicians and keep the workshop organised
- Energetic, proactive, and comfortable in a demanding, high‑volume environment
Only candidates with genuine panel shop experience and proven Workshop Controller capability will be considered.
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Workshop Controller in Chesterfield employer: Octane Recruitment Ltd
Join a thriving fast-fit automotive business in Buxton, where your career can flourish in a supportive and dynamic workshop environment. With a strong emphasis on employee development, our client offers extensive training programmes, generous benefits including 32 days of holiday, and a bonus scheme, ensuring that you are well-equipped to excel in your role as Assistant Workshop Manager. Experience a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, where your contributions are valued and recognised, making it an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
