Workshop Controller - NO WEEKEND WORKING

Are you an experienced automotive professional looking for the next step in your career?

At Vertu Nissan Stockton, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Workshop Controller to join our successful Aftersales team. This is a pivotal role within the dealership, responsible for driving workshop efficiency, supporting Technicians, and ensuring our customers receive exceptional levels of service.

We're offering a basic salary of £35,000 with an OTE of £40,000, alongside excellent company benefits and genuine opportunities for career progression.

About the Role

As Workshop Controller, you'll be at the heart of our workshop operation, ensuring work is planned, allocated, and completed efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

You'll work closely with the Service team and Vehicle Technicians, coordinating workflow, managing productivity, and ensuring workshop resources are utilised effectively to maximise performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and allocating work to Vehicle Technicians
• Managing workshop loading and ensuring resources are used efficiently
• Monitoring productivity and workshop performance
• Ensuring deadlines and customer commitments are consistently met
• Supporting Technicians with technical guidance and workflow management
• Working closely with the Service Department to ensure seamless customer communication
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance
• Driving efficiency and helping the workshop achieve departmental objectives

Requirements

This role would suit an experienced Workshop Controller or a Senior Technician looking to take the next step into a leadership position.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience within the motor trade
• Workshop Controller, Senior Technician, or similar workshop leadership experience
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of workshop operations
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities
• A proven track record of delivering strong workshop performance
• A full UK driving licence

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who can lead by example, motivate a team, and ensure the workshop continues to operate at the highest level.

At Vertu Motors, we're proud to invest more in our colleagues' personal development than any other motor retailer. When you join us, you'll benefit from ongoing training, professional development opportunities, and clear pathways for career progression.

Our benefits package includes:

• Basic salary of £35,000
• OTE of £40,000
• 25 days holiday, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Access to our online rewards platform offering cashback and discounts with hundreds of retailers
• Preferential Service Rates
• Colleague Purchase Scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Company Pension
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Take the Next Step

If you're looking for a rewarding leadership role where you can make a real impact and help drive the success of a busy workshop, we'd love to hear from you.