Workshop Controller

Basic up to £38k DOE, bonus up to £9k

Wokingham

Permanent/Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (8am - 6pm or 7.30am - 5.30pm) / 1 in 4 Saturdays (8am - 2pm)

Benefits: Pension Scheme; Birthday off; Performance Bonus; Company Benefits Scheme

Our client, located in Wokingham, is looking for an experienced Workshop Controller to join their team. If you hold experience as a Workshop Controller (within a main dealer) and would like to be within a role that could lead to further career progression - get in touch with us today and let’s see if we can help you!

Duties & Responsibilities of a Workshop Controller:

• Managing a team of 18 Technicians, 2 Apprentices and 5 Master Technicians.
• Responsible for the efficiency and utilization of technicians within the workshop team.
• Ensuring all work is completed timely and accurately, managing the customers expectations at all times.
• Reporting and seeking advice on any problems highlighted whilst work is being conducted, so that the customer is informed where delays result.
• Keeping up to date with all technological developments.
• Providing job instructions to apprentices in order that they develop the practical skills required.
• Supporting all team members and working together for the benefit of the dealership.

Your Background & Skill:

• Proven experience as a Workshop Supervisor/Controller within a main dealer is essential.
• Good technical knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage a workshop team and give instruction.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

For further details on this Workshop Controller role and other jobs in the motor trade, please submit your CV to Stacey Hunt of ACS Automotive Recruitment Consultancy.