Workshop Controller
Workshop Controller
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£36000/annum
Category
Engineering
Job Description
Workshop Controller
Location: Avonmouth
Salary: Circa £36,000 per annum
Hours: 45 hours per week
Shift: Monday to Friday – Day Shift
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and organised Workshop Controller to join our team in Avonmouth.
You will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day workshop and fleet maintenance operation, ensuring vehicles are maintained safely, efficiently and in line with compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and schedule planned maintenance, servicing, inspections and repairs.
* Allocate work to Workshop and Mobile Technicians.
* Monitor workshop workload, productivity and repair progress.
* Coordinate vehicle defects, breakdowns and recovery where required.
* Manage vehicle VOR (Vehicle Off Road) activity and minimise downtime.
* Ensure PMIs, MOT preparations and statutory inspections are completed on time.
* Maintain accurate workshop and fleet records and ensure compliance with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements.
* Source parts and liaise with suppliers to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.
* Monitor maintenance costs and support cost-control initiatives.
* Produce daily workshop, fleet availability and maintenance reports.
* Communicate repair progress and vehicle availability to operational teams and customers.
* Promote a strong health & safety and compliance culture within the workshop.
About You
* Previous experience in a workshop, fleet maintenance or transport environment.
* Strong planning and organisational skills.
* Good understanding of commercial vehicle maintenance.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
* Knowledge of fleet compliance and roadworthiness requirements.
* Full UK Driving Licence