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Workshop Controller

ChristchurchOn-site

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Oversees daily workshop operations, coordinating workflow, job allocation, and technician productivity to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality vehicle repairs.

About this role

Lead the Flow. Drive Performance. Deliver Results.

We're looking for an experienced Workshop Controller to oversee the day-to-day coordination of our busy workshop operations. Working closely with our Foremen, Service Advisors, Technicians and Parts team, you'll ensure work is scheduled efficiently, completed to a high standard, and delivered on time.

This is a key leadership role focused on maximising productivity, workshop performance, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily workshop workflow and job allocation.

  • Support Workshop Foremen to maximise technician utilisation and productivity.

  • Monitor workshop loading, work in progress, and repair completion times.

  • Prioritise customer repairs, warranty work, and urgent jobs.

  • Liaise with Service Advisors, Technicians and Parts to keep jobs moving efficiently.

  • Drive workshop performance, labour recovery and utilisation targets.

  • Ensure work is completed safely, accurately and to manufacturer standards.

  • Promote a strong "fix it right the first time" culture.

  • Assist with reporting, documentation and workshop administration.

About You

  • Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Foreman or senior workshop leader.

  • Strong automotive service and workshop knowledge.

  • Excellent organisational and planning skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

  • Customer-focused with a commitment to quality and safety.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary package based on experience

  • Supportive and professional team environment.

  • Ongoing training and career development.

  • Opportunity to make a real impact on workshop performance and customer experience.

If you're ready to take ownership of workshop operations and help drive a high-performing service department, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

Skills

AdministrationAutomotive ServiceDocumentationJob SchedulingLabour RecoveryManufacturer StandardsReportingSafety ComplianceUtilisation TargetsWarranty ProcessingWork In Progress TrackingWorkshop Management

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