Posted: 12/11/2026
Job Ref: 31997
Workshop Controller - Reading
Job Description
We are recruiting for an experienced Workshop Controller, Workshop Supervisor or Automotive Workshop Controller to join a busy main dealership in Reading. Applicants must have previous workshop management or control experience within the automotive industry and the ability to lead a team of Vehicle Technicians. Main dealership experience is preferred but not essential.Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Up to £37,285 Basic + Bonus
Hours: 45 hours per week, including Saturday mornings on a rota
Why Apply?
- £37,285 basic salary plus performance bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Ongoing manufacturer training and career development
- Company pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Staff discounts on vehicle servicing and purchases
- Retail, shopping and lifestyle discounts
- Employee referral bonus of up to £2,000
- Structured training and development opportunities
Workshop Controller Role
- Manage the daily operation of a busy dealership workshop
- Allocate job cards and workloads to maximise technician productivity
- Lead, motivate and support qualified and apprentice Vehicle Technicians
- Monitor job progress and ensure work is completed efficiently
- Carry out quality checks to maintain manufacturer standards
- Oversee electronic vehicle health checks (EVHC) and workshop booking systems
- Work closely with Service Advisors to maintain customer satisfaction and workshop efficiency
Workshop Controller Requirements
- Previous experience as a Workshop Controller or Workshop Supervisor within the automotive industry
- Main dealership experience is desirable but not essential
- Strong leadership, organisation and workload management skills
- Experience using workshop management systems and good IT skills
- Electronic Vehicle Health Check (EVHC) software experience is advantageous
- Ability to manage workshop productivity and resolve operational issues
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
If you're interested in this Workshop Controller vacancy in Reading, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant: T'Don Kennedy – 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 Senior Workshop Controller, Workshop Supervisor, Workshop Manager, Service Manager, Aftersales Manager, Assistant Service Manager and Automotive Workshop Controller roles across the UK.