Workshop Controller

VANRATH is working with a prominent vehicle dealership in Northern Ireland on the recruitment of a Workshop Controller to strengthen their service team in Belfast. This is a strong opportunity to take charge of a busy van and light commercial workshop within a well established, high volume operation.

Highly competitive salary offered

Key responsibilities include:

• Take day to day responsibility for the smooth running of the depot workshop
• Allocate, plan and execute jobs, taking account of technician capabilities
• Maximise staff utilisation and sold hours, keeping workshop productivity high
• Plan workshop space for maximum efficiency
• Manage holidays and sickness absence to keep adequate cover for scheduled work
• Coach technicians and apprentices to develop their skills, knowledge and capabilities
• Liaise with the training department to keep technicians available for training courses
• Work closely with the parts department to ensure required parts are available on time
• Ensure all vehicles are road tested as required
• Complete quality checks to ensure "right first time" across service, repair and MOT
• Check completed job cards are signed off with accurate and complete information
• Ensure all defects are reported to the customer with quotes provided
• Challenge technicians on efficiency, sold hours, lost time and vehicle cleanliness
• Report any maintenance issues within the workshop
• Ensure all health and safety regulations and procedures are adhered to in line with legal and company requirements
• Ad hoc duties as directed by the Dealerpoint Manager or Directors

• Strong technical knowledge and background in vans and light commercial vehicles is essential
• Strong commercial focus, with a full understanding of the factors affecting technician efficiency and utilisation
• Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise effectively and adapt to changing operational needs
• Full, valid driving licence