Workshop Controller – Hands-on Workshop Supervisor – Stroud

Ready to step up from the tools and take control of your career? This is the perfect next step for an ambitious Vehicle Technician looking to move into management! We are hiring now for a hands‑on Workshop Controller to lead our brand‑new, purpose‑built facility in Stroud. Reclaim your weekends entirely with a stable Monday to Friday schedule while managing a high‑performing team.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £40,000 per year
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Saturdays: None – Strictly No Weekends! Enjoy your time off
• Progression: Full leadership accountability—the ideal step up into automotive management
• Health & Future: Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, life assurance, and company pension
• Perks: 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), free on‑site parking, regular pay reviews, and high street/gym discounts

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Workshop Controller, you will split your time between leading our brand‑new workshop operations and stepping onto the floor for hands‑on mechanical work when required:

• Manage daily workshop flow, allocate jobs, delegate tasks to technicians, and oversee strict quality control.
• Handle end‑to‑end manufacturer and internal warranty claims accurately.
• Step in to assist the team with vehicle servicing, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs during peak times.
• Ensure all tablet‑based digital job cards and vehicle health checks (VHC) are completed efficiently.
• Drive workshop productivity and efficiency while maintaining strict health and safety compliance.

What We Need

• Experience: Proven track record as a Senior Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, or Workshop Mechanic ready for the next step in their career.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent) with strong diagnostic skills.
• Management Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a team, coordinate workflow, and handle vehicle warranty claims.
• Compliance: A full, clean UK driving license is essential.
• Mindset: A natural leader who takes pride in quality workmanship and thrives in a busy, professional environment.

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