Workshop Controller

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Workshop Controller

Monday to Friday, NO WEEKENDS!

Successful Main Dealer Workshop!

Established Team of 10x Technicians!

£37,500 - £40,000 + Bonus!

Sidcup Area

Do you enjoy what you do but feel like work is taking more out of you than it's giving back? Perhaps you're putting everything into running a busy workshop, only to find there's little time or energy left for the things that matter outside of work. If you're looking for a role where you can continue doing what you're good at without sacrificing your entire week, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Our client, a successful franchise main dealer in Sidcup, is looking to recruit an experienced Workshop Controller to oversee a workshop comprising 14 ramps and 10 technicians. The role offers a basic salary of £37,500 - £40,000 plus bonus, working Monday to Friday from 7:45am to 5:45pm with no weekend working. In addition, the successful candidate will receive 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operation of the workshop
• Allocating work efficiently across a team of 10 technicians
• Monitoring workshop productivity and efficiency
• Ensuring work is completed to manufacturer and company standards
• Working closely with the Service Department to manage workflow and customer expectations
• Supporting technicians with technical and operational queries
• Maintaining quality control and health & safety standards
• Driving workshop performance and profitability

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Workshop Controller within a franchised dealership
• Alternatively, a strong Workshop Foreman or Senior Technician looking to progress
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Good understanding of workshop KPIs and productivity targets
• Excellent communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

Salary and Benefits

• £37,500 - £40,000 basic salary + Bonus scheme
• Monday to Friday, no weekends!
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Established franchise main dealer environment
• Workshop with 14 ramps and 10 technicians

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, lead a successful team and still have a life outside of work, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today.

Other Opportunities & Referral Scheme
If this role isn’t quite right but you’re looking for something else in the automotive sector, please get in touch — at ASI Automotive Recruitment we’re committed to finding the right opportunity for you. We also offer a £75 voucher referral reward if you recommend a vehicle technician who we successfully place.

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