Posted: 09/10/2026
Job Ref: 31719
Workshop Controller - Reading
Job Description
We are recruiting for an experienced Workshop Controller, HGV Workshop Controller or Commercial Vehicle Workshop Controller to join a busy commercial vehicle dealership. Applicants must have previous experience managing a commercial vehicle workshop, strong knowledge of HGV maintenance operations and Large Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing requirements, and the right to work in the UK.Location: Reading
Salary: Up to £50,000 Basic + Bonus
Hours: Permanent, Full Time
Why Apply?
- £50,000 basic salary
- Bonus and incentive schemes
- Overtime rates up to 130%
- 24 days annual leave
- Option to carry over up to 5 days holiday
- Additional Duvet Day
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company pension contributions up to 5%
- Life Assurance
- Ongoing training and professional development
Workshop Controller Role
- Manage daily workshop operations, allocating scheduled and urgent repairs to HGV and Commercial Vehicle Technicians
- Maximise technician productivity, workshop efficiency and labour sales
- Monitor repair progress to ensure deadlines and customer expectations are met
- Oversee warranty claims, technical processes and accurate workshop documentation
- Manage, coach and develop Technicians, including performance reviews and training plans
- Work closely with the Depot Manager, Service Advisors and technical departments to improve workshop performance
- Maintain high standards of quality control, compliance, and Health & Safety
Workshop Controller Requirements
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, HGV Workshop Controller or Commercial Vehicle Workshop Manager
- Proven experience running a commercial vehicle workshop
- Good knowledge of Large Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing legislation
- Experience with warranty processes and claims
- Strong understanding of workshop loading, productivity, and performance targets
- Confident using workshop management systems and computerised processes
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Right to work in the UK
How to Apply
If you're interested in this Workshop Controller vacancy, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.
If this Workshop Controller role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including HGV Workshop Controller, Commercial Vehicle Workshop Controller, Workshop Supervisor, HGV Workshop Manager, Fleet Workshop Controller, Depot Manager, Service Manager and Commercial Vehicle Workshop Manager roles across the UK.