At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage workshop productivity, allocate jobs, and ensure compliance with warranty procedures.
- Company: Join Lithia UK, a leading automotive retailer focused on innovation and customer experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days holiday, birthday off, and exclusive discounts on cars and services.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values personal growth and celebrates success.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in the motor industry and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Competitive salary with bonus, pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services.
What does the role of Workshop Controller involve?
- Accounting for and managing Technicians time when working on jobs.
- Ensuring Job Card write up compliance with regards to OEM Warranty Procedures.
- Managing and improving workshop Productivity and Efficiency by allocating the correct jobs to the correctly skilled technician.
- Identifying Technician Training Needs.
What do you need to succeed as a Workshop Controller?
- Proven experience within a service department in the motor industry.
- An excellent understanding of systems and processes operated to within this environment.
- A strong knowledge of Health and Safety.
- Confident with dealing with people at all levels, be able to build an immediate rapport.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Comfortable in negotiating and influencing situations.
- Lead by example to deliver an outstanding customer experience every time.
What we can offer you:
- Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love.
- Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday.
- Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most.
- Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive.
- Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart.
- We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries.
- Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities.
- Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme.
- Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding.
- Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme.
At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people: As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.
Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.
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At Lithia UK, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 33 days of holiday, industry-leading family leave policies, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our vibrant work culture fosters innovation and teamwork, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry. Join us at our Ascot location, where you can enjoy exclusive discounts and a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
