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Workshop Controller Job in Ipswich

Suffolk
Ipswich
Independent Garage, Service Department
£35000 - £42000 per annum
138193
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Hands-On Workshop Controller - Family Run Business in Ipswich
  • Location: Ipswich
  • Salary: Up to £35,000 basic + Strong Bonus Scheme
  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a Hands-On Workshop Controller to join a reputable, family-run business in Ipswich. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys a varied role, offering both leadership and hands-on technical responsibilities. As part of this well-established team, you will split your time between working on the tools (50%) and managing the workshop (50%).

Key Responsibilities as a Workshop Controller:
  • Hands-on Technical Work: Spend half your time on the workshop floor, carrying out repairs, maintenance, and overseeing quality control.
  • Workshop Management: The other half of your time will be spent overseeing the daily operations of the workshop. This includes managing the team, ensuring jobs are completed efficiently and to a high standard, maintaining safety protocols, and optimising workflow.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team of skilled technicians, providing guidance and support where needed.
  • Client Interaction: Ensure customer satisfaction through clear communication and high-quality work.
  • Inventory & Equipment Management: Oversee stock levels, order parts, and ensure the workshop is well-equipped to meet demands.
About You as a Hands On Workshop Controller:
  • You will have a proven background in a technical or mechanical role, with hands-on experience.
  • Ideally, you’ll have experience in a supervisory or managerial position, able to handle the dual demands of both workshop floor and team management.
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workshop.
  • A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a keen eye for detail.
What’s On Offer for the Workshop Controller:
  • Competitive basic salary of up to £35,000.
  • Strong bonus scheme based on workshop performance.
  • Opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive, and family-oriented environment.
  • Plenty of room for personal growth and career progression.
If you’re looking for a hands-on role in a well-established, family-run business and enjoy managing both the technical and administrative aspects of a workshop, then we’d love to hear from you!

If you are interested in hearing more about this Hands On Workshop Controller job in the Ipswich area, please contact Danielle Axtell Carty at Perfect Placement Today.

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