Workshop Controller

Location: Reading, Berkshire

Salary: £35k plus 4k bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm plus every other Saturday morning

Our client is a main commercial dealership looking to recruit a Workshop Controller to join their busy site.

Workshop Controller Role:
You will have a busy and thriving workshop to manage on a daily basis, overseeing of Technicians. This position is responsible for all aspects of workshop daily management, from issuing work to technicians, tooling & equipment, and Health & Safety.

Workshop Controller – Key role:
To have full responsibility for the issuing of work taking account of loading and commitment to customers as agreed by the reception team.
Ensure Workshop processes meet guidelines on both retail, internal and warranty procedures.
To ensure all work is issued in the most efficient manner
To oversee issuing and progressing of Sales Department preparation work
Provide general information on progress of work through the workshop highlighting any potential concerns as they arise and taking preventative measures to avoid any impact on Customer Satisfaction.
A comprehensive and thorough understanding of Health and Safety Legislation.

Workshop Controller- Requirements:
Ideally previous experience of working as a Workshop Controller, Foreman, Manager or Service Manager
To be confident, with a strong understanding of workshop processes and how to get the best from a team.
Full driving licence. Any endorsements must be notified
IT literate. Kerridge knowledge would be a distinct advantage
Good numerical and administrative skills, with attention to detail to ensure accuracy of KPI’s

I look forward to hearing from you with regards to the Workshop Controller / Manager / Foreman role in the Reading area of Berkshire.

Contact: Andy at Jago Consultants

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