At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the workshop team, ensuring efficiency and quality in vehicle preparation.
- Company: Join Williams, a family-run automotive business with a rich heritage.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, healthcare support, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy extensive training, clear progression opportunities, and a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in automotive roles and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35250 - 35250 £ per year.
Average 42.5 hour week | 1 in 4 Saturdays | OTE £39,450
Here at Williams, our Workshop Controllers play a vital role at the heart of our aftersales operation, balancing people, productivity and quality to deliver the standards expected of a premium automotive business. This is an opportunity to run the preparation side of the workshop efficiently.
Earnings and progression
We offer a competitive salary of £35,250 with the opportunity to earn an additional £4,200 through performance‑related bonus. This is a role where performance is recognized, offering the opportunity to grow your earnings over time while developing your career within a structured aftersales environment.
Working Pattern
This is a full‑time role, working Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5.30pm, with Saturday mornings worked on a 1‑in‑4 rota (8.30am–12.30pm).
About the Workshop Prep Controller Role
As Workshop Prep Controller, you’ll take responsibility for the smooth, efficient running of the workshop, ensuring work is planned correctly, technicians are supported, and vehicles are completed to the highest standards. This role suits someone with strong aftersales experience who enjoys leading people, solving problems and driving standards, rather than simply managing tasks.
What you’ll be doing as a Workshop Prep Controller
- Controlling workshop workflow to ensure productivity and efficiency targets are achieved
- Supporting, coaching and guiding technicians to maintain performance and quality standards
- Managing job allocation, progress and completion in line with business expectations
- Monitoring quality, rework and productivity to drive continuous improvement
- Maintaining a safe, organised and professional workshop environment
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Workshop Manager or Quality Controller within the automotive industry is desirable
- NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in an automotive‑related discipline
- Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a busy team environment
- A professional and positive approach with excellent attention to detail
- Passion for the motor trade and a strong work ethic
- Full UK Driving Licence required
What we offer
- Extensive training and ongoing coaching
- Clear career progression opportunities across the Group
- Prestige staff car options and staff discounts across the Group
- Modern facilities and a professional, supportive team environment
- Generous annual leave – 30 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays), rising to 35 days with length of service
- £1,000 employee referral bonus for introducing great people to the business
- Medicash healthcare scheme to support everyday health costs
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support, advice and counselling
- Wellbeing courses and support to help you look after your physical and mental health
- Company pension scheme and life assurance cover for long‑term security
- Employee reward and recognition schemes celebrating great performance
- Annual Williams summer staff event and children’s Christmas party
Why work for Williams
Starting out in 1909, Williams has grown as a family business into much more than just a place to buy a car. We’re proud of our people, our heritage and our core beliefs and we’re always looking for talented, driven individuals to help shape our next chapter.
Workshop Preparation Controller in Bolton employer: Williams Motor Co (Holdings) Ltd
At Williams, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and professional environment where our Workshop Preparation Controllers can thrive. With extensive training, clear career progression opportunities, and a generous benefits package including 30 days of annual leave and a healthcare scheme, we ensure our employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us in a modern facility that fosters teamwork and celebrates achievements, all while being part of a family business with a rich heritage in the automotive industry.
Contact Details:
Williams Motor Co (Holdings) Ltd Recruitment Team
