Workshop Controller


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£34,476 to £40,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Belfast, BT13 3PY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

Our client, a reputable franchised dealer in South Belfast, is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller to join their well-established aftersales team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Workshop Controller or a senior technician/leader aiming to advance their career within a dynamic, professional environment. The successful individual will be responsible for managing workshop operations, ensuring high standards of work and customer satisfaction, and motivating the technician team.

Benefits:

- Basic salary from £34,476 per year, dependent on experience

- OTE up to £40,000+

- 42.5 hours per week with fixed shifts

- 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays

- Pension scheme and life assurance

- Ongoing manufacturer training programmes

- Staff discounts on vehicle servicing and parts

- Cycle to work scheme

Duties of a Workshop Controller:

- Oversee the daily workflow of the workshop, allocating jobs efficiently

- Monitor technician performance and ensure timely job completion

- Liaise with the service reception team to manage bookings and customer updates

- Ensure adherence to warranty and invoicing procedures

- Deliver excellent customer service, handling any workshop-related issues promptly

- Support, coach, and mentor the technician team to ensure high standards of work

- Maintain quality control and workshop productivity

- Keep customers informed during the repair process

Requirements of a Workshop Controller:

- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller or Senior/Lead Technician

- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workflow effectively

- Confident in evaluating technician performance and motivating teams

- Knowledge of warranty procedures and service processes

- Excellent communication skills

- Ability to work efficiently under pressure

- Full UK driving licence

This Workshop Controller role offers a competitive salary package, excellent career development prospects, and the chance to work within a leading dealership group. The ideal individual will be proactive, organised, and driven to achieve operational excellence.

Contact Will Grant, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering South Belfast and County Antrim, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

Perfect Placement are specialists in Automotive Recruitment. So if you are looking for a new job in the motor trade, be sure to contact our team today.

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