Workshop Controller


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£38,978 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Barking, E12 6SJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Oct 2026
Closing date:	6 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Workshop Controller at their reputable automotive dealership in Barking, London. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled motor trade professional to advance their career within a well-established company recognised for its strong team culture and focus on employee development. The Workshop Controller role offers a wide range of benefits and responsibilities designed to support your professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits of the Workshop Controller:

- Competitive hourly rate from £16.12 plus performance bonuses

- Working hours Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm, and 1 in 4 Saturdays, 8:00am – 2:00pm

- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) with options to purchase or sell leave

- Company pension scheme and life assurance

- Employee discounts on services, vehicle parts, and bodyshop work

- Vehicle purchase scheme and cycle-to-work programme

- Opportunities for volunteering and access to discount websites

Duties of the Workshop Controller:

- Planning and controlling workshop loading to optimise productivity and efficiency

- Allocating work to technicians and monitoring progress throughout each shift

- Ensuring all workshop processes are completed to the highest standards

- Managing customer communication and providing regular updates on vehicle repairs

- Maintaining workshop productivity reports and analysing performance data

- Supporting technicians and assisting with technical or operational issues as required

Requirements of the Workshop Controller:

- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Workshop Controller or in a comparable automotive workshop management role

- Strong organisational and planning skills

- Excellent leadership and team management abilities

- Good understanding of workshop processes and vehicle repair procedures

- Ability to maintain high standards of customer service and communication

Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Barking and London, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.

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