Workshop Controller
| Posting date: | 22 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Employee Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 October 2025 |
| Location: | Mansfield, Midlands, NG18 4ZE |
| Company: | Octane Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57955824 |
Summary
Job Title: Workshop Controller
Location: Mansfield
Salary: OTE £40,000
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30- 6pm Saturdays on rota 1 in 6 Paid as Overtime x1.5
Are you an experienced Workshop Controller looking for your next challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and professional automotive workshop where your leadership skills will be valued and rewarded.
As a Workshop Controller, you’ll be the driving force behind the efficiency and productivity of the workshop team. You’ll coordinate the flow of work, allocate jobs to technicians, and ensure all repairs and servicing are carried out to the highest standard—on time and to brand requirements.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary with achievable bonus structure
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Company pension scheme & life assurance
- Ongoing training and clear progression pathways
- Supportive, team-focused working environment
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and quality control
- Allocate jobs to technicians based on skillset and availability
- Monitor productivity and implement measures to maximise output
- Liaise with service advisors and parts departments to maintain smooth workflow
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and manufacturer standards
- Mentor and support technicians, driving performance and development
- Handle escalated technical or customer queries professionally
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller / Manager
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage workflow and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Solid technical knowledge of vehicle repairs and servicing
- A professional, customer-focused approach
This Workshop Controller role is ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, organisation, and leading a successful team. If you’re ready to take control of a busy workshop and make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.
Reference: 29051
Consultant: Liam Bolton
VTMDL
Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.
Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.
Location: Mansfield
Salary: OTE £40,000
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30- 6pm Saturdays on rota 1 in 6 Paid as Overtime x1.5
Are you an experienced Workshop Controller looking for your next challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and professional automotive workshop where your leadership skills will be valued and rewarded.
As a Workshop Controller, you’ll be the driving force behind the efficiency and productivity of the workshop team. You’ll coordinate the flow of work, allocate jobs to technicians, and ensure all repairs and servicing are carried out to the highest standard—on time and to brand requirements.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary with achievable bonus structure
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Company pension scheme & life assurance
- Ongoing training and clear progression pathways
- Supportive, team-focused working environment
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and quality control
- Allocate jobs to technicians based on skillset and availability
- Monitor productivity and implement measures to maximise output
- Liaise with service advisors and parts departments to maintain smooth workflow
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and manufacturer standards
- Mentor and support technicians, driving performance and development
- Handle escalated technical or customer queries professionally
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller / Manager
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage workflow and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Solid technical knowledge of vehicle repairs and servicing
- A professional, customer-focused approach
This Workshop Controller role is ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, organisation, and leading a successful team. If you’re ready to take control of a busy workshop and make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.
Reference: 29051
Consultant: Liam Bolton
VTMDL
Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.
Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.