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Workshop Controller

Job in Eccles, ME20, England, UK
Listing for: Perfect Placement
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Automotive
    Automotive Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 - 55000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 55000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Eccles

We are recruiting a workshop controller on behalf of our client, a leading commercial vehicle service provider based in Manchester, Greater Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced motor trade professional seeking to take on a senior management role within a busy workshop environment.

The workshop controller role offers a competitive salary, a structured shift pattern, and excellent career development prospects with a reputable company operating within the commercial vehicle and HGV sector. If you possess strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and previous workshop management experience, this vacancy presents a compelling next step in your career.

Benefits:
  • Competitive basic salary between £45,000 and £55,000 per annum
  • Bonus scheme based on workshop performance
  • 4 on, 4 off shift pattern from 6:00am to 6:00pm
  • Opportunity to lead and develop a busy commercial vehicle workshop
  • Company pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions
  • Sick pay scheme
  • Loyalty holiday scheme
  • Personal development and training programmes
  • Death in service benefit for pension scheme members
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
  • Career progression within a leading industry sector
Duties of a Workshop Controller:
  • Manage the daily operations and performance of the commercial vehicle workshop
  • Oversee delivery of high-quality workmanship, ensuring minimal rectification and customer complaints
  • Maximise technician productivity and workshop utilisation
  • Monitor labour efficiency and address any under performance
  • Coordinate the handover of complex or contentious jobs with customers
  • Ensure compliance with manufacturer processes, health and safety legislation, MOT regulations, and VOSA standards
  • Maintain a safe and professional working environment
  • Supervise workshop team members, including technicians and support staff
  • Monitor KPIs and ensure departmental targets are achieved
  • Assist with the planning and allocation of workloads
  • Support continuous improvement and ensure adherence to industry best practices
Requirements of a Workshop Controller:
  • Proven experience as a workshop controller, workshop supervisor, or workshop manager within the commercial vehicle or heavy vehicle sector
  • Knowledge of VOSA requirements and MOT testing procedures
  • Understanding of Operators' Licence legislation and compliance standards
  • Relevant technical qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and make confident decisions
  • Good IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office
  • Prior management experience within a busy workshop environment is essential

    If you are an experienced workshop controller, workshop supervisor, or senior technician seeking your next career challenge,
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