Octane Recruitment
Workshop Controller
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Workshop Controller
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £35,000 basic DOE + £43,000 OTE
Hours: Permanent, Full Time
Ref: 30885
Are you an experienced Workshop Controller ready for your next step? Join our client's busy and well-established workshop in the Solihull area. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a recognized brand and advance your long-term career with a thriving team.
Our client operates a modern, high-volume workshop equipped with the latest diagnostic and repair technology to ensure the highest repair standards. You'll be joining a professional team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and industry-leading repair quality. This role offers a fantastic platform for development within a respected organization that continues to grow.
What's on Offer
- Basic salary up to £35,000 + £8,000 bonus
- 31 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service
- Birthday off as an additional paid day
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts & labour
- Retail & lifestyle savings via a dedicated benefits platform
- Access to Dentist on Demand
- Optional healthcare cash plans
- Industry-leading training and clear career progression opportunities
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What You'll Be Doing
- Allocating work to Technicians and ensuring efficiency, quality, and productivity targets are consistently met
- Working closely with Service Advisors to manage workflow and keep customers informed
- Monitoring workshop performance to ensure all jobs are completed within agreed timescales
- Identifying and resolving operational issues quickly and effectively
- Supporting the workshop team to maintain high standards of workmanship and customer care
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in the automotive industry, ideally as a Workshop Controller or Senior Technician
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Confident communicator who can work effectively across departments
- A proactive leader who can motivate and support a team to achieve targets
- Professional, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to customer satisfaction
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Why Join This Group?
You'll be part of a supportive, ambitious team where performance is recognized and rewarded. With ongoing training and genuine opportunities for progression, this is a great step for anyone looking to advance their career in automotive aftersales and workshop management.
Ready to take the next step in your automotive career?
Apply now and join a team that values expertise, teamwork, and exceptional service.
Consultant: William Olivier - Octane Recruitment
WOVT
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres, and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills