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Workshop Controller

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 48,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Faversham, Kent

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Workshop Controller

Faversham, Kent | Monday-Friday + Optional Saturday Mornings

Take the Lead Across Two Growing Workshops

Join an established commercial vehicle business with years of industry experience and an expanding operation following the opening of a second workshop.

We're looking for an experienced Workshop Controller / Workshop Manager to take ownership of day-to-day operations across both sites. This is a great opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have real autonomy, the opportunity to implement your own ideas and clear scope for progression.

The Role

You'll oversee the smooth running of both workshops, coordinating technicians, customers, workloads and vehicle schedules across a varied fleet of HGVs, vans, trailers and plant.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing workshop workflow, productivity and team workloads
Coordinating servicing, repairs, MOTs and PMIs
Planning MOTs and PMIs using the R2C workshop management system
Keeping customers updated on vehicle progress
Travelling between both workshop sites to maintain consistent standards
Organising off-site MOTs and ensuring vehicles are prepared on time
Maintaining accurate workshop records and administration
Taking on responsibility for parts and stock management as the role develops 

About You

We're looking for someone with:

Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Workshop Manager or similar
Strong HGV or commercial vehicle industry experience
Excellent organisation and workload-planning skills
Confident leadership and communication abilities
A strong understanding of workshop repairs and servicing
Experience with workshop management systems; R2C experience is advantageous
A proactive approach and the confidence to take ownership and drive improvements 

What's on Offer

£40,000-£48,000 DOE
Monday-Friday working hours
Optional Saturday mornings
Company vehicle and/or fuel card
Genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the role
Career progression within a growing business
The chance to play a key role in the continued development of two busy workshops 

If you're an experienced commercial vehicle professional looking for your next challenge and want the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd like to hear from you

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