Workshop Controller - Bolton
Franchised Motor Dealership
We're Hiring: Workshop Controller - Motor Trade
Location: Bolton
Salary: £40k including bonus + benefits
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Sector: Automotive / Main Dealer
Are you a hands-on, organised, and customer-focused Workshop Controller with experience in a franchised dealership? Our client, a highly regarded main dealer, is seeking a skilled Workshop Controller to oversee their busy and fast-paced workshop.
About the Role:
As the Workshop Controller, you'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the workshop, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and to manufacturer standards. You'll coordinate technician workloads, manage job allocation, and act as the key link between service advisors and the workshop floor.
Key Responsibilities:
* Allocate jobs to technicians based on skill level and job requirements
* Monitor workshop productivity and efficiency
* Ensure all work is carried out to high standards and within agreed timeframes
* Support service advisors with technical queries and progress updates
* Carry out quality control checks and ensure compliance with health & safety procedures
* Work with the Aftersales and Service Managers to meet department KPIs
* Support ongoing training and development of the technician team
About You:
* Previous experience as a Workshop Controller or Senior Technician within a franchised motor dealership
* Strong technical knowledge and understanding of modern vehicle systems
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Able to lead and motivate a team to achieve daily targets
* Confident using DMS systems (e.g., Kerridge/CDK, Pinnacle, or similar)
* Customer-focused with a professional and approachable manner
* Full UK driving licence
What's On Offer:
* Competitive basic salary + monthly performance bonus
* Ongoing manufacturer training and certification
* Career progression opportunities within a respected dealer group
* Positive and supportive working environment
Ready to take the next step in your motor trade career?
Who are you applying to?
The Solution Automotive Recruitment has been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have excellent relationships with clients and candidates nationwide, many long-standing. If you are a skilled and experienced automotive professional, we want to hear from you. Rest assured, you'll be dealing directly with a person, not just a consultant!
Due to high application volume, we can only respond to candidates who meet the criteria. Your CV will be retained in our database for future opportunities, and we will contact you when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV without your permission.
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