Workshop Controller Edinburgh Airport

Workshop Controller /Workshop Supervisor– for Workshop at Edinburgh Airport £42,500- £44,500 per annum Location: Edinburgh Airport Working Hours * Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:30 * On-call rotation: Every 5th week, or as required to support operational needs. Workshop Controller / Workshop Supervisor - The Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Automotive Workshop Supervisor to lead our workshop and airside operations at Edinburgh Airport. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader with a strong mechanical background who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop, ensuring all maintenance and repair work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will lead a team of technicians, drive operational performance, and ensure exceptional service delivery across the operation. Workshop Controller / Workshop Supervisor -Key Responsibilities * Supervise, motivate, and develop workshop, mobile and airside maintenance teams. * Plan and allocate daily workloads to maximise productivity and achieve operational targets. * Ensure all servicing, maintenance and repair work is completed safely and to a high standard. * Promote a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with company procedures and airport regulations. * Carry out quality inspections and provide coaching and technical support to technicians. * Maintain accurate workshop documentation, maintenance records and system updates. * Manage workshop tooling, equipment registers and asset records. * Raise and authorise parts purchase orders in line with company procedures. * Support employee performance, attendance management and ongoing development. * Ensure compliance with company quality management systems and ISO standards. * Deputise for the Operations Manager when required. Workshop Controller / Workshop Supervisor About You To be successful in this role, you will have: * LGV Level 3 qualification (minimum requirement). * Previous experience supervising a vehicle maintenance workshop or engineering operation. * Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop a team. * Excellent organisational, planning and communication skills. * Experience working within KPI and SLA-driven environments. * Good IT skills and experience using workshop management systems. * A sound understanding of Health & Safety legislation and quality standards. * The ability to make informed decisions, solve problems and remain calm under pressure. * A full UK Driving Licence. Workshop Controller / Workshop Supervisor -What We Offer * 6% employer pension contribution. * Private Medical Insurance. * Life Assurance (3x annual salary). * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). * Ongoing training and career development opportunities. * Supportive team environment. * Opportunity to work within a unique and dynamic airport operation. If you're an experienced workshop leader with Workshop Supervisor or Workshop Controller with the qualifications, leadership skills and drive to succeed in a busy airport environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our growing team