Workshop Controller

Workshop Controller

Location: Avonmouth
Salary: Circa £36,000 per annum
Hours: 45 hours per week
Shift: Monday to Friday – Day Shift
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and organised Workshop Controller to join our team in Avonmouth.

You will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day workshop and fleet maintenance operation, ensuring vehicles are maintained safely, efficiently and in line with compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule planned maintenance, servicing, inspections and repairs.
• Allocate work to Workshop and Mobile Technicians.
• Monitor workshop workload, productivity and repair progress.
• Coordinate vehicle defects, breakdowns and recovery where required.
• Manage vehicle VOR (Vehicle Off Road) activity and minimise downtime.
• Ensure PMIs, MOT preparations and statutory inspections are completed on time.
• Maintain accurate workshop and fleet records and ensure compliance with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements.
• Source parts and liaise with suppliers to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.
• Monitor maintenance costs and support cost-control initiatives.
• Produce daily workshop, fleet availability and maintenance reports.
• Communicate repair progress and vehicle availability to operational teams and customers.
• Promote a strong health & safety and compliance culture within the workshop.

About You

• Previous experience in a workshop, fleet maintenance or transport environment.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of commercial vehicle maintenance.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of fleet compliance and roadworthiness requirements.
• Full UK Driving Licence.