Workshop Controller

Job Description:

Vacancy: Workshop Controller 
Location: Nottingham, East Midlands 
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 17:30 & 1 in 2 Saturdays 8:30 - 13:00
Salary: Basic: £35, 000 to £37,500. OTE £45,000 £50,000

This long-established, family-run automotive garage in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Workshop Controller with the capability to support or step into the Workshop Controller role when required. As a business built on trust, technical expertise and exceptional customer service, they are dedicated to nurturing talent and helping you grow within the automotive sector.

You will work closely with the current Workshop Controller to ensure the smooth running of a busy garage environment, managing technicians, overseeing repairs, and maintaining high standards of workmanship. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced automotive workshop and be confident handling Workshop Controller responsibilities as part of their day-to-day work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the automotive workshop team by example
• Work alongside the Workshop Controller to coordinate daily job flow
• Support or deputise for the Workshop Controller in managing technicians, diagnostics, and repair schedules
• Monitor productivity, workshop efficiency, and quality control
• Manage staffing, training, and operational planning
• Ensure all repairs, servicing, and MOT-related tasks are completed to industry standards and within agreed timeframes

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years’ management experience in an automotive workshop
• Proven experience in developing and nurturing technical talent
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Full, valid UK driver’s licence
• Ability to carry out or support Workshop Controller duties in a busy garage environment

BENEFITS

• No Sunday or Bank Holiday working
• Pension scheme
• Staff discounts on servicing, MOTs, and repairs
• Long service and loyalty incentives
• Staff referral scheme
• Company social events and staff awards
• Clear automotive career progression opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive workshop environment
• Canteen facilities
• Employee discount
• Free/on-site parking

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

MDLOJ Octane Ref: 29438
Consultant: Kalum

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter
Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.