Workshop Controller
£32,000 – £42,000 | Permanent | In person – Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Bonus structure on top of base salary
Monday to Friday – no weekend work
AA-accredited dealership with a strong local reputation
Supportive team environment in a growing business
About Nuneaton Car Sales
Nuneaton Car Sales is one of the fastest-growing used car dealerships in the country – they took home the award in 2022 and have been shortlisted again since. Based in Nuneaton, they stock over 400 quality used vehicles and hold AA-accredited dealer status. It's a business that moves fast, cares about quality, and has built a solid reputation in the region.
The role
This is a hands-on controller role at the heart of the prep centre. You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop, keeping jobs moving, technicians on track, and vehicles prepped to a high standard. You'll report directly to the management team and be the key link between the workshop, service advisors, parts, and the warranty department.
What you'll be doing
You'll:
Oversee daily workshop operations to keep throughput efficient and on time
Allocate jobs to technicians based on skill set and availability
Monitor job progress and step in where needed to keep things on track
Liaise with service advisors and parts to streamline workflow across departments
Support the warranty department with technical advice and diagnosis
Speak with customers on post-delivery issues when required
Uphold health and safety standards throughout the workshop
What you'll bring
Essential:
Proven background as a Workshop Controller or in a similar supervisory role
Solid technical knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair
Experience allocating and managing workloads across a team of technicians
Ability to manage competing priorities and keep calm under pressure
Useful, not essential:
Familiarity with vehicle warranty processes and documentation
Experience working in a car supermarket or high-volume prep environment
The package
Financial: £32,000–£42,000 base salary plus bonus structure.
Flexibility: Monday to Friday schedule – no weekend work.
Culture: A business that's growing fast and proud of it – people tend to stick around here.
Environment: Supportive team and a professional workshop setup in an AA-accredited dealership.
Working arrangements
Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire – in person
Contract: Permanent | Full-time
Hours: Standard Monday to Friday – no weekend requirement
Interested?
If this sounds like the right move, apply now with your CV. Not quite ready to apply? Drop us a message or give us a call and we'll give you the full picture first.
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