Workshop Controller


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£34,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Epsom, KT17 1BD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	3 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable car dealership in Epsom, seeking an experienced Workshop Controller to join their dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated automotive professional to lead workshop operations within a well-established dealership group committed to excellence and customer satisfaction. The Workshop Controller role offers a supportive environment with significant prospects for career development and growth.

Benefits of the Workshop Controller:

- Competitive basic salary of £34,000, with a realistic OTE of £45,000

- Monday to Friday working hours from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, with no weekend work

- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays for a healthy work-life balance

- Opportunity to work with renowned automotive brands in a professional setting

- Supportive team environment promoting collaboration and skill development

- Clear potential for progression to senior advisor level

- Modern workshop facilities and a focus on delivering exceptional service

Duties of the Workshop Controller:

- Oversee daily workshop operations to ensure productivity and efficiency

- Allocate jobs to technicians and monitor workflow to meet service deadlines

- Provide technical support and guidance to the workshop team

- Liaise closely with service advisors to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

- Manage workshop KPIs, including productivity, profitability, and quality standards

- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies

- Support the development of team members through coaching and performance management

Requirements of the Workshop Controller:

- Proven experience as a Workshop Controller or similar role within a car dealership environment

- Strong leadership and team management skills

- Excellent knowledge of workshop processes and automotive systems (preferably Kerridge/Drive)

- Ability to organise workload effectively and prioritise tasks

- Good communication skills with a customer-focused approach

- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines

Contact Darwin Manship, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Epsom and Surrey, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,700 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.

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