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An experienced Automotive Workshop Controller is needed to lead our busy service department in Cannington, coordinating workshop operations to maximise productivity, uphold quality standards and deliver an exceptional customer experience. You will work with technicians, service advisors and management to ensure smooth workflow while meeting safety, performance and profitability targets. Key duties include planning daily jobs, tracking productivity and labour utilisation, supporting technicians, updating on progress, performing quality checks, and maintaining health and safety and accurate records against KPIs. The ideal candidate has proven workshop leadership, clear communication, the ability to prioritise in a fast paced environment, a current driver's licence, relevant trade qualification and Australian working rights. To apply, tailor your resume to show tangible improvements in productivity, safety and customer satisfaction with concrete examples and by highlighting roles such as Workshop Controller or Foreman.

Automotive Workshop Controller

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Automotive Workshop Controller to join our busy and growing automotive service department. This is a key leadership role responsible for coordinating workshop operations, maximising productivity, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.
The successful candidate will work closely with technicians, service advisors, and management to ensure the efficient flow of work through the workshop while meeting performance, safety, and profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and allocate daily workshop jobs to technicians.
• Monitor workshop productivity, efficiency, and labour utilisation.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance work are completed to manufacturer and company standards.
• Support technicians to achieve high levels of performance and quality.
• Liaise with service advisors regarding job progress, additional work requirements, and vehicle completion times.
• Conduct quality control checks before vehicle delivery.
• Manage workshop health, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Assist with parts coordination and workflow management to minimise downtime.
• Monitor and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) relating to productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate workshop records and documentation.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Senior Technician, Foreman, or similar automotive leadership role favourable.
• Proven ability to manage workflow and prioritise competing demands.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Current driver's licence.
• Relevant automotive trade qualification preferred.
• Australian working rights

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive and professional team environment.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Modern workshop facilities and equipment.
• Opportunity to play a key role in a successful and growing business.