Average Workshop Manager salary in the UK

We are seeking a highly experienced and professional Workshop Manager to join our client, an award-winning independent automotive service centre based in the Gloucester/Cheltenham region. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to lead a busy workshop within a respected and successful business. The Workshop Manager role provides a competitive salary, professional development, and excellent career progression prospects.Benefits:Salary up to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidaysFull in-house training and development programmesWorkplace pension schemeOpportunity to lead a well-established, multi-award-winning companyWorking hours from 8:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, including a half-hour lunch and two tea breaksDuties:Overseeing and managing a team of 3-4 Vehicle Technicians, including scheduling and performance managementProviding technical support and problem-solving assistance in the workshopMonitoring workshop activity and liaising with customers on vehicle progressSourcing and ordering parts to ensure workshop efficiencyCompleting administrative tasks such as returns, credits, and MOT documentationCovering the service reception when necessary and assisting with customer inquiriesPricing and quoting repair work and associated tasksSupporting the workshop in day-to-day operations and completing ad-hoc duties as requiredRequirementsProven management or supervisory experience within a busy automotive workshop, ideally including an MOT centreStrong technical ability, demonstrated through a formal qualification or extensive experience as a Vehicle TechnicianExcellent customer service and communication skillsLeadership capacity to motivate and develop a teamProficient IT skills and a valid UK driving license with minimal pointsHands-on approach and willingness to engage in workshop activities directlyOur client is seeking a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses technical expertise, and can lead effectively.The ideal Workshop Manager will demonstrate the ability to manage both team and workshop operations efficiently, ensuring high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction. Contact Josh Buck, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Staverton and Gloucestershire, today to discover more about this fantastic Workshop Manager opportunity.Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job, let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable, multi-franchise approved car dealership in Cardiff for the position of workshop controller. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a long-standing business with over 60 years of operation, offering a competitive salary package and substantial career development prospects.Benefits of the Workshop Controller:Up to £36,000 basic salary, dependent on experienceUncapped on-target earnings of £50,000 through hours sold and quality-based bonus schemesPersonal company carEnhanced annual leave entitlement increasing with service, up to 25 days plus bank holidaysStaff purchase discounts on parts, servicing, and labourAccess to manufacturer-accredited training, with a goal for all new starters to qualify as Service Technicians within 12 monthsWorkplace pension schemeExpenses-paid bi-annual staff events, including summer and Christmas partiesLong-term career progression within a reputable dealership groupDuties of the Workshop Controller:Oversee daily workshop operations for a team servicing an 11-ramp workshopLiaise with the Aftersales Manager to optimise workshop processesCommunicate effectively with customers to understand and relay their requirementsMonitor workshop and individual efficiency to meet key performance indicatorsManage the allocation of work based on team skills and capacityIdentify training needs and support team development as the Workshop ControllerCoordinate between workshop and service reception on vehicle progressMaintain workshop standards according to HSO requirements and brand service standardsGuarantee adherence to customer satisfaction standards and service quality expectationsRequirements of the Workshop Controller:Proven success in managing a busy automotive workshop for at least three years, ideally within a franchise-approved dealershipStrong leadership and team management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsResults-driven with a focus on quality and reliabilityProficient in IT and workshop management systemsValid UK driving licence with minimal pointsReside in or within a reasonable commute to CardiffContact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Cardiff and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Workshop Controller opportunity.Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Let us help you take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.

Our client is a leading engineering and machinery solutions provider, supporting manufacturing businesses throughout the UK with specialist equipment, technical expertise, and aftersales support.Due to continued success and expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Supervisor to play a key role in driving workshop performance and supporting the next phase of the company's growth.Workshop Supervisor responsibilities:Supervising and coordinating the day-to-day activities within the workshop.Maintaining accurate stock levels and ensuring parts, components, and consumables are available when required.Receiving, checking, organising, and storing incoming parts and equipment.Preparing and shipping parts, tooling, and equipment to Field Service Engineers working across the UK.Being hands-on within the workshop, assisting with repairs, servicing, preparation, assembly, and engineering work.Supporting Field Service Engineers with parts, technical equipment, and workshop requirements.Ideally, you will have:Previous experience within an engineering, machinery, manufacturing, or technical workshop environment.Experience supervising, coordinating, or leading a workshop or engineering team.A practical, hands-on engineering background.Salary up to £41,600, depending on experience, 25 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays, Company pension scheme, Company sick pay, Life assuranceThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer or existing Workshop Supervisor looking to take on a varied role within an established and growing engineering business.You will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on workshop performance, improve processes, support a nationwide team of engineers, and play an important role in the continued growth of the business.ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.