Workshop Controller

Workshop Controller

Location: Avonmouth
Salary: Circa £36,000 per annum
Hours: 45 hours per week
Shift: Monday to Friday – Day Shift
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and organised Workshop Controller to join our team in Avonmouth.

You will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day workshop and fleet maintenance operation, ensuring vehicles are maintained safely, efficiently and in line with compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Plan and schedule planned maintenance, servicing, inspections and repairs.

* Allocate work to Workshop and Mobile Technicians.

* Monitor workshop workload, productivity and repair progress.

* Coordinate vehicle defects, breakdowns and recovery where required.

* Manage vehicle VOR (Vehicle Off Road) activity and minimise downtime.

* Ensure PMIs, MOT preparations and statutory inspections are completed on time.

* Maintain accurate workshop and fleet records and ensure compliance with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements.

* Source parts and liaise with suppliers to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.

* Monitor maintenance costs and support cost-control initiatives.

* Produce daily workshop, fleet availability and maintenance reports.

* Communicate repair progress and vehicle availability to operational teams and customers.

* Promote a strong health & safety and compliance culture within the workshop.

About You

* Previous experience in a workshop, fleet maintenance or transport environment.

* Strong planning and organisational skills.

* Good understanding of commercial vehicle maintenance.

* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

* Knowledge of fleet compliance and roadworthiness requirements.

* Full UK Driving Licence
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed