Workshop Controller

Workshop Controller

This is a permanent opportunity, for someone with hands-on management experience, or looking to make that step up.

Working with a dynamic and innovative automotive company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and design in the automotive industry.

As a Workshop Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation of our vehicle-build workshop. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities, managing workflow, and optimising productivity within your team, ensuring vehicles and components are built to the highest standards of quality and reliability while meeting specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

* Coordinate the construction and assembly of special vehicles and components, including chassis, suspension systems, powertrain components, electrical systems, interiors, and bodywork.
* Assign work orders to technicians based on skill level and workload capacity.
* Collaborate with management and engineers to ensure specifications and requirements are being met.
* Monitor workflow and address any issues or delays to minimise downtime.
* Utilise advanced in-house manufacturing techniques to best manage vehicle production.
* Perform quality inspections and testing to ensure quality and safety standards are being met.
* Maintain accurate labour hours and parts used logs using an internal IT system.

Requirements:

* Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
* Proven experience building vehicles from the ground up, with a strong track record.
* Extensive knowledge of all vehicle systems.
* Proficiency in component fitting, engine building, and vehicle restoration techniques.
* Leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and mentor team members to achieve performance goals.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.