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Workshop Controller
Parkland Motors —Loughborough
- £30,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Welding
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Workshop Controller

Parkland Motors
Loughborough

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£30,000 - £45,000 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Sourcing
Cost control
Welding
Hand tools
Leadership

Full job description

Parkland Motors is a high-volume, established used car dealership with 200+ vehicles in stock and a weekly preparation target of 35–40 vehicles.

We are seeking a Workshop Controller who will be the operational backbone of our automotive service department. You will coordinate the daily workflow, assign jobs to vehicle technicians based on skill level, and monitor repair progress. Your goal is to maximise efficiency, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain high customer satisfaction

You will take full charge of our workshop, bodyshop and vehicle preparation departments.

We're looking for an experienced individual who can drive operational throughput, manage costs effectively, lead high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional retail customer service in a busy dealership environment

The Operation You'll Be Responsible For

Leading a team of 11 skilled technicians and valeters:
5 Mechanics
3 Bodyshop Technicians
3 Valeters
Managing retail workshop, bodyshop and MOT customers
Overseeing a continuous flow of vehicle stock, ensuring structured preparation, efficient scheduling and timely turnaround

Key Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the workshop, bodyshop and vehicle preparation departments.
Deliver 35–40 retail-ready vehicles each week, meeting agreed quality, safety and presentation standards.
Manage all Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) for incoming vehicles.
Assess vehicles on arrival, identifying mechanical, cosmetic and compliance requirements to ensure accurate planning from the outset.
Oversee the entire preparation process, from vehicle intake through to forecourt readiness.
Allocate technicians and resources effectively to optimise productivity and reduce downtime.
Source and purchase new and used parts through trade suppliers and approved online platforms.
Control preparation costs, parts expenditure and labour efficiency to achieve budget and profitability targets.
Ensure compliance with servicing, MOT, health and safety, and company quality standards.
Deliver excellent customer service across retail workshop, bodyshop and MOT operations.
Lead, motivate and develop the workshop team, promoting accountability, collaboration and high performance.
Monitor departmental KPIs and implement improvements to enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.
Full operational control of workshop, bodyshop and preparation departments
Deliver up to 40 retail-ready vehicles per week to agreed standards
Manage PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) of all incoming vehicles
Oversee early-stage vehicle assessment, identifying mechanical, cosmetic and compliance requirements immediately upon arrival
Plan and control workflow from vehicle arrival through to forecourt readiness
Allocate labour effectively to maximise productivity and minimise downtime
Source and order new and used parts via trade suppliers and online portals (including platforms such as eBay)
Manage preparation costs, parts spend and labour efficiency
Maintain compliance across servicing, MOT and retail work
Handle retail workshop and bodyshop customers professionally
Drive performance, accountability and team culture

Essential Experience

Proven experience as a Workshop Manager, Aftersales Manager, or Prep Manager within a high-volume dealership
Demonstrated ability to manage workshop KPIs and vehicle throughput
Strong commercial understanding of margins and cost control
Experience sourcing parts through trade networks and online platforms
Experience managing both internal prep work and retail customer jobs
Confident leadership style with the ability to push performance standards

What We’re Looking For

You will be:

Highly organised and process-driven
Commercially aware and margin-focused
Experienced in managing prep pipelines efficiently
Comfortable leading an established team in a fast-paced environment
Able to take ownership without constant oversight

This is not a stepping-stone role — we are looking for an experienced controller capable of running a busy dealership department independently.

Salary & Package

£30,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Permanent, full-time position
Long-term opportunity within a growing dealership

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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