The Vacancy - Workshop Controller
Ready to accelerate your career in the automotive industry? We’re not just about selling vehicles — we’re committed to delivering exceptional experiences for every customer who walks through our doors.
As one of the UK’s leading independent dealership networks, we operate dozens of award‑winning sites nationwide. Since our establishment in 1999, we’ve grown rapidly and now represent a wide range of global automotive manufacturers across multiple marques.
We’re now looking for a Workshop Controller to join our team at our dealership in Birmingham.
Basic salary up to £32,000 plus a £6,000 bonus.
Why Join Us? - Workshop Controller
We take pride in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. More than just a workplace, we’re a team — and we invest in our people with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth:
• Birthday Leave: Enjoy an extra paid day off on your birthday to celebrate with those who matter most.
• Pension Scheme: Helping you plan for a secure future.
• Staff Discounts: Savings across all our vehicle brands, servicing, parts, and labour.
• Additional Discounts: Access to a wide range of offers through our employee benefits platform — from fitness tech to everyday essentials.
• On‑Demand Dental Services: Because your health matters, including your dental care.
• Optional Benefits: Including healthcare cash plans and more.
Role and Responsibilities Workshop Controller
• Allocate work to Technicians, ensuring standards and timescales are consistently met.
• Liaise with Service Advisors when repairs may exceed agreed times, ensuring customers remain fully informed.
• Maintain high productivity by ensuring all work is completed within allocated timeframes.
• Report and seek guidance on any issues identified during repairs, ensuring delays are communicated and resolved efficiently.
The Ideal Candidate - Workshop Controller
• Experience within the automotive industry, ideally in workshop control or as a technician.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with customers and colleagues across departments.
• A natural leader who motivates their team and leads by example.
What We Offer
Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment. You can expect:
• 31 days’ paid annual leave, rising to 33 with length of service.
• Industry‑leading training to support your development and success.
• Clear progression pathways, including access to an internal training academy and partnerships with top automotive management trainers.
About Us
We are one of the UK’s largest independent dealer groups, with a nationwide presence spanning more than 50 sites. Alongside our dealership network, we operate vehicle parts divisions and a dedicated fleet services business.
Our culture is built on continuous growth, exceptional customer service, and genuine opportunities for personal and professional development. When you join us, your career becomes as important as the service we deliver to our customers.
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Workshop Controller
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries