Workshop Controller

Braintree, Essex
ACS Automotive Recruitment Consultancy

Workshop Controller

Basic £32k – £40k DOE plus bonus

Braintree

Permanent/Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (8am – 6pm) / 1 in 2 Saturdays (8am – 12pm)

Our client in Braintree, is seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Controller to join their team. If you hold experience as a Workshop Controller and would like to be within a role that could lead to further career progression – get in touch with us today and see if we can help!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Leading a team of 10 technicians and ensuring all work is completed to a high standard.
• Loading the workshop efficiently, balancing the workload across the team and prioritising any urgent work.
• 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 the motor trade.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Positive work attitude.
• Ability to manage a workshop team and give instruction.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong technical knowledge.

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