Workshop Controller - Newbury

The Role:

Are you an experienced Workshop Controller, Senior Service Advisor ready for the next step, or a skilled Vehicle Technician looking to come off the tools? We are working with a successful, franchised main dealer in the Newbury area, offering a rare opportunity to step into a key leadership role. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will be valued, your career can progress, and your work-life balance is respected — with no weekend hours required.

Responsibilities & Requirements Of A Workshop Controller

Oversee and manage a team of 8 skilled Vehicle Technicians in a busy, fast-paced workshop.

Ensure efficient and effective use of workshop resources, maintaining high standards of productivity and quality.

Liaise closely with the Service and Parts departments to deliver outstanding customer service and meet daily operational targets.

Monitor work-in-progress and job allocation, ensuring accurate and timely completion.

Maintain compliance with health & safety and brand standards at all times.

Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Senior Service Advisor, or Vehicle Technician within a main dealer or workshop environment.

Strong technical knowledge and an understanding of workshop processes.

Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

A team player who thrives in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.

Package:

£32,000 Basic Salary, £38,000 OTE

Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 6:00pm, NO WEEKENDS!

If you believe you have the skills, passion, and experience to thrive as a Workshop Controller - we’d love to hear from you.

Don’t worry if your CV is out of date - please get in touch and we’ll guide you through the rest.

To apply or learn more, contact Drew Pilcher