Join one of the UK's largest automotive retail groups as a Workshop Controller and lead a dynamic team while enjoying genuine career progression and exceptional benefits.
Workshop Controller
Location – Watford
Salary – £36,000 Basic + Bonus, OTE £50,000
Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm, Saturdays as required
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Workshop Controller to join a main dealership in the Watford area. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's largest automotive retail groups, offering genuine career progression, manufacturer training and an outstanding benefits package. You'll be responsible for leading a busy workshop of 16 Technicians and 4 Apprentices, ensuring maximum productivity, efficiency and exceptional customer satisfaction.
Workshop Controller Benefits:
- 33 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
- Company Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Retail & High Street Discounts
- Discounted Vehicle Purchase & Servicing
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family Friendly Policies
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- 24/7 Healthcare & Wellbeing Support
- Paid Volunteer Day
- Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
- Ongoing Manufacturer & Leadership Training
- Genuine Career Progression Opportunities
- Flexible Working Options
Workshop Controller Role:
- Manage the day-to-day operation of a busy workshop
- Lead, motivate and support a team of 16 Technicians and 4 Apprentices
- Allocate work effectively to maximise workshop productivity and efficiency
- Monitor technician performance against efficiency and productivity targets
- Work closely with the Service Manager to ensure the department delivers exceptional customer service
- Ensure all repairs are completed to manufacturer and company standards
- Liaise with Service Advisors and Technicians to maintain an efficient workflow
- Help drive departmental profitability, productivity and customer retention
- Maintain high standards of health & safety and workshop organisation
Workshop Controller Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller within a main dealership is highly desirable
- Strong Senior Service Advisors looking to step into a Workshop Controller role will also be considered
- Main dealer experience is essential
- Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to maximise workshop performance
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Full UK Driving Licence
Please note all applications will be handled confidentially.
Consultant – Robert Samuels – Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
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