Ford & Slater
Workshop Controller - Leeds NEW

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Workshop Controller - Leeds
HGV Workshop Controller (4 on, 4 off shift pattern)
Ford and Slater are one of the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealers group with 16 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business. We currently have an exciting position as an HGV Workshop Controller in the fantastic team at our newly refurbished DAF Trucks dealership in Leeds.
As an HGV Workshop Controller, We Can Offer You
- Competitive annual salary (depending on experience)
- DAF Academy Workshop Controller Training & Development opportunities – in-house and manufacturers
- 22 days holiday (plus Stats, pro-rata), rising to 25 days (plus stats, pro-rata) after 5 years service
- Employee Of The Month Competition
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Pension
- Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free onsite parking
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Who are we looking for as an HGV Workshop Controller:
- You will have previous experience working as a Workshop Controller within the HGV, Commercial Vehicle, LGV, PSV, Heavy Plant, Car or an associated sector (ideally in a Main Dealer).
- Experience of servicing, maintaining and repairing trucks / vehicles to meet current legislative requirements.
- Previous experience of completing service and repair documentation and records to meet required DVSA standards.
- Up to date knowledge of basic H&S legislation and practices.
The HGV Workshop Controller role / responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- As an HGV Workshop Controller, based in our busy Workshop environment, you will be required to schedule and supervise the maintenance, repair and overhaul of a variety of Commercial Vehicles, as well as standard servicing and diagnostics. Organise service and repair documentation and any/all other maintenance documentation in accordance with Company standards and legal requirements.
- Monitor the maintenance of housekeeping across all sections of the Workshop and that it remains compliant with statutory requirements. People management responsibilities including performance and absence management. Overall responsibility for the Workshop performance and service levels.


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The HGV Workshop Controller working pattern is 4 on, 4 off, 6am – 6:30pm.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate and are committed to provide equal opportunities, a fully inclusive work environment and fairness for all.
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