Workshop Controller


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£36,000 to £42,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Knowle, BS4 3DS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Oct 2026
Closing date:	31 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable multi-franchise automotive retailer in Bristol, for the position of Workshop Controller. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with a proven track record in managing automotive workshops within a franchise-approved dealership. The Workshop Controller will oversee the daily operations of the Service Department, ensuring high standards of efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Benefits for the successful Workshop Controller:

- Competitive salary up to £36,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experience

- Uncapped bonus scheme exceeding £6,000 annually, based on performance

- Paid overtime at an enhanced rate

- 30 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing with service plus an additional day off for your birthday

- Manufacturer-accredited training and career development opportunities

- Staff purchase discounts and access to retail discount schemes

- Pension scheme and company share incentives

- Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits

- Long-term career progression within a multi-award-winning automotive group

- Monday to Friday working hours, 8:00am to 6:00pm, with no weekend work

Duties of the Workshop Controller:

- Managing the day-to-day operations of the Service Department, including work allocation and team supervision

- Motivating and supervising a team of Vehicle Technicians to ensure productivity and quality standards

- Collaborating with Service Advisors to plan and confirm achievable workloads and customer expectations

- Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining high standards of workmanship

- Monitoring workshop workflow and implementing improvements to optimise efficiency

- Supporting the technical team with decision-making and problem-solving to maintain high service levels

Requirements of the Workshop Controller:

- Proven experience in managing an automotive workshop within a franchise-approved environment, ideally for at least three years

- Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of motivating a team

- Excellent organisational abilities with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction

- IT literacy and familiarity with workshop management systems

- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points

- Living within a reasonable commute to Bristol or in the Bristol area

If you are an experienced Workshop Controller seeking a role with a reputable employer offering excellent career prospects, we want to hear from you.

Contact Hamish Lowrie, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement, covering Knowle and Bristol, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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