Workshop Controller
Salary: £30,000 basic + £36,000 OTE
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays 8:30 - 12:30.
A respected, nationwide automotive group is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller to join its busy Birmingham dealership. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced workshop environment and enjoys coordinating people, processes, and performance.
Whats on Offer Basic salary up to £30,000 + £6,000 bonus
31 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service
Birthday off as an additional paid day
Company pension scheme
Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts & labour
Retail & lifestyle savings via a dedicated benefits platform
Access to Dentist on Demand
Optional healthcare cash plans
Industry-leading training and clear career progression opportunities
What Youll Be Doing Allocating work to Technicians and ensuring efficiency, quality, and productivity targets are consistently met
Working closely with Service Advisors to manage workflow and keep customers informed
Monitoring workshop performance to ensure all jobs are completed within agreed timescales
Identifying and resolving operational issues quickly and effectively
Supporting the workshop team to maintain high standards of workmanship and customer care
What Were Looking For Previous experience in the automotive industry, ideally as a Workshop Controller or Senior Technician
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator who can work effectively across departments
A proactive leader who can motivate and support a team to achieve targets
Professional, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to customer satisfaction
Why Join This Group? Youll be part of a supportive, ambitious team where performance is recognised and rewarded. With ongoing training and genuine opportunities for progression, this is a great step for anyone looking to advance their career in automotive aftersales and workshop management.
Ready to take the next step in your automotive career? Apply now and join a team that values expertise, teamwork, and exceptional service.
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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.
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