Workshop Controller
CV-LibraryDaventrypermanentPosted: 16 October 2026
Apply NowWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Technician / Workshop Controller to join a well-established automotive business in Daventry. This Senior Technician / Workshop Controller position offers a competitive basic salary of up to £45,000, with salary flexibility for an exceptionally experienced candidate. The Senior Technician / Workshop Controller role is Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, with no weekend work. It provides a balanced combination of hands-on technical duties and workshop leadership, ideal for an individual seeking to develop their managerial skills while remaining actively involved in vehicle repairs.
Benefits:
Up to £45,000 basic salary, with potential for restructured package based on experience
Working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
No weekend working
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Hands-on role with significant responsibility and autonomy
Long-standing, reputable employer with a focus on quality and customer serviceDuties:
Performing servicing, diagnostics, and complex mechanical repairs, including clutches, cambelts, and timing belts
Overseeing and supporting a team of 2 Vehicle Technicians and an MOT Tester
Allocating and prioritising workshop jobs efficiently
Ensuring all vehicles are repaired safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
Conducting quality checks and offering technical guidance to team members
Assisting with workshop organisation and ensuring productivity
Liaising with the Service Advisor regarding workload and job progress
Engaging with customers as required and maintaining excellent customer service standards
Leading by example to uphold technical and operational standards within the workshopRequirements:
Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualification (not essential if the Senior Technician / Workshop Controller demonstrates extensive experience)
Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician or Workshop Controller
Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills
Demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team
Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities
Good communication skills
Full UK driving licenceSenior Technician / Workshop Controllers with a strong track record of delivering high-quality workmanship are encouraged to apply, even if formal qualifications are not held.
Contact Tom Thacker, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Daventry and Northamptonshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Senior Technician / Workshop Controller opportunity.
At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,800 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs
Benefits:
Up to £45,000 basic salary, with potential for restructured package based on experience
Working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
No weekend working
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Hands-on role with significant responsibility and autonomy
Long-standing, reputable employer with a focus on quality and customer serviceDuties:
Performing servicing, diagnostics, and complex mechanical repairs, including clutches, cambelts, and timing belts
Overseeing and supporting a team of 2 Vehicle Technicians and an MOT Tester
Allocating and prioritising workshop jobs efficiently
Ensuring all vehicles are repaired safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
Conducting quality checks and offering technical guidance to team members
Assisting with workshop organisation and ensuring productivity
Liaising with the Service Advisor regarding workload and job progress
Engaging with customers as required and maintaining excellent customer service standards
Leading by example to uphold technical and operational standards within the workshopRequirements:
Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualification (not essential if the Senior Technician / Workshop Controller demonstrates extensive experience)
Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician or Workshop Controller
Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills
Demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team
Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities
Good communication skills
Full UK driving licenceSenior Technician / Workshop Controllers with a strong track record of delivering high-quality workmanship are encouraged to apply, even if formal qualifications are not held.
Contact Tom Thacker, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Daventry and Northamptonshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Senior Technician / Workshop Controller opportunity.
At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,800 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs