Workshop Controller

On-site in Stirling·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 3 Oct)

Arnold Clark

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Overview

Job details

£35,000 - £45,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
Full-time
Per the ad.
Apply by Friday 30 October
The date the employer’s listing closes.

Benefits

33 days holiday
Per the ad, which doesn’t say whether bank holidays are on top.

Skills

Nice to have

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Relevant experience in the automotive industry, including previous workshop control or technician roles
High levels of organisation and accuracy
Strong IT skills
Fantastic interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well with customers and colleagues across other departments, both face -to face and via email
The ability to lead by example and motivate your team to achieve their targets and deliver a high standard of work
Ability to create more work opportunities and sales in an honest and compliant manner

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

£35,000 - £45,000 DOE plus benefits
Additional opportunity to earn up to £9,000 every three years in performance-based bonuses - terms and conditions apply
All overtime paid at time and a half
33 days' annual leave
Training provided to become an EV-accredited Technician
Generous employee discounts
Private healthcare and sick pay cover
Maternity and paternity packages

The role

We're recruiting for a Workshop Controller to join our team at Citroen/DS/Peugeot branch in Stirling.

As a Workshop Controller for Arnold Clark, you'll work with the Service Manager to deliver a high level of productivity and an excellent standard of first-time repairs, while making sure you always maintain a clean, safe and professional workshop.

This role would be ideal for an organised, quick-thinking person with previous motor industry experience, looking to develop their career and move into a management role. The ability to keep to deadlines and react quickly to technical challenges is important, and you should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

Managing and coaching a team of vehicle technicians and apprentices, making sure targets and business objectives are met
Making sure all servicing work is carried out correctly, competently and on time, with customer satisfaction in mind
Ensuring that all your working practices comply with company, DVSA, health and safety and manufacturer policies
Working with colleagues and other departments to ensure a seamless service for customers
Scheduling work to meet customer needs, taking into account workshop targets, the complexity of each job and the availability of parts
Providing estimates for servicing and repairs and setting timescales
Accurately recording technician time and writing technical reports and recommendations

How you'll work

Monday - Thursday 8am - 5.30pm, Friday 8am - 4.30pm and alternate Saturdays 8am - 12pm

About Arnold Clark

Industry: Automotive Retail
Website: arnoldclark.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do - diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.

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