Workshop Controller in Gomshall, Surrey

Workshop Controller

Gomshall Area | £40,000–£45,000 Basic Salary + £5,000 Annual Bonus

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm – NO Weekends

An exciting opportunity to take the lead in a brand-new, well-equipped independent workshop!

Are you an experienced Workshop Controller, Workshop Foreman or Senior Technician ready to take the next step in your career and move into a fully off-the-tools position?

We are recruiting on behalf of an independent workshop in the Gomshall area that is looking for a hands-on leader (without the spanners!) to oversee the day-to-day running of its workshop and lead a small team of 3–4 technicians.

With a brand-new workshop and equipment, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing operation where you can make a real difference, drive efficiency and help establish excellent working practices.

The Role

As Workshop Controller, you will take responsibility for ensuring the workshop operates efficiently, maintaining high standards of workmanship and keeping the team working productively.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and coordinating a team of 3–4 technicians.
• Managing daily workflow and allocating work effectively.
• Driving workshop efficiency, productivity and performance.
• Ensuring jobs are completed within agreed timescales.
• Carrying out quality control checks to maintain high standards.
• Monitoring workflow and resolving any operational issues.
• Supporting and motivating the team to achieve their best.

This is a fully off-the-tools position, allowing you to focus on managing the workshop, supporting the technicians and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a Workshop Controller, Workshop Foreman or similar supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge and an understanding of workshop operations.
• The ability to organise, motivate and manage a small team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to improving workshop efficiency and productivity.
• Someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards of workmanship.

What's On Offer?

• £40,000–£45,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• £5,000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Brand-new workshop and equipment.
• Monday to Friday working hours – 8am–5pm.
• No weekend working.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to take ownership of a workshop and make the role your own.
• A great opportunity within an independent business.

Interested?

If you're an experienced workshop professional ready to move away from the tools and into a role where you can lead, organise and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion and find out more about this exciting opportunity!

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