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Workshop Controller Job in Bristol

Bristol
Bristol
Service Department, Car Dealership
£31500 - £40500 per annum
137429
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Workshop Controller required in North Bristol.
  • Starting salary from £31,500 per annum. 
  • plus bonuses circa £9,000 per annum.
  • Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm with 1 in 1 Saturdays 8:30am - 12:30pm paid as overtime
  • Fantastic career prospects with a group operating multiple dealerships across the South and West of England.
Our client, a large multi-franchise approved car dealership in the North Bristol area, is currently looking to hire a Workshop Controller to join their busy Service Department.

Reporting to the Aftersales Manager, as Workshop Controller you will primarily be responsible for overseeing and motivating a team of Vehicle Technicians of all levels, however, this is still growing, as our client looks to onboard more Vehicle Technicians and apprentices.

Key responsibilities as a Workshop Controller will include:
  • Ensuring aftersales processes are carried out efficiently to meet aftersales KPIs.
  • Overseeing workshop loading and efficiency.
  • Proactively arranging workshop bookings.
  • Pricing of VHCs/additional work required and liaising with customers on this.
  • Ensure all work is carried out competently, and to manufacturer standards.
  • Lead and work as part of a team.
  • Check and code our client's warranty work and liaise with the Warranty Administrator.
  • Provide training and development for team members.
  • Work closely with the Vehicle Technicians to meet the required efficiency standards.
The successful Workshop Controller will ideally live within the Bristol region or be within a reasonable commuting distance of there. You must have a proven track record as a Vehicle Technician within an automotive workshop environment. Experience at a supervisory/controller level would be preferred but is non-essential. Overall you will be effective in managing and supporting colleagues and have the drive and determination to maintain policies that constantly improve customer satisfaction and our client's reputation. You will be IT literate and ideally have experience working with the Kerridge/Keyloop DMS system.

What's in it for you? For your hard work as a Workshop Controller, our client is offering:
  • Starting salary from £31,500 per annum.
  • Generous performance-related bonus scheme up to £9,000+ per annum.
  • Overtime subject to availability paid at an enhanced rate.
  • 22 days annual leave plus the 8 bank holidays, rising to 26 days with continued service
  • Access to full manufacturer-approved training.
  • Up to 7% employer pension contribution. 
  • Various additional benefits including a company car scheme for up to two vehicles, access to hundreds of shopping discounts through the Rewards app, and toolbox insurance.
  • Long-term career progression prospects with a company that has a built-in culture of internal promotion. 
  • Working hours from Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:30pm with a half-hour lunch and 1 in 4 Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm.
If this Workshop Controller vacancy interests you or if you would like to find out about other Motor Trade Jobs in Bristol, please contact Hamish Lowrie at Perfect Placement now!

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our job seekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please contact us today.

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