• New York, NY
  • $40,000–$50,000 Per Year
2 days ago

Job Description

Workshop Controller Salary: From £42,412 per year

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 7:30-16:00, occasional weekends,

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Salary: From £42,412 per year

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, (7:30-16:00, occasional weekends)

Drive the Future of Highways in North Yorkshire

At NY Highways, we're proud to deliver essential highways services across North Yorkshire and beyond, from road maintenance and street lighting to snow clearance and signage. We combine the agility of a commercial business with the values of the public sector, working in close partnership with North Yorkshire Council.

We are looking for a Workshop Controller to lead our vehicle maintenance operations and help keep our fleet, and our county, moving.

 

Your Role

As Workshop Controller, you'll oversee the daily operations of our Northallerton workshop and MOT Centre, managing a team of mechanics and chargehands. You'll plan, schedule and manage repairs and preventive maintenance for a mixed fleet of 460 vehicles from cars through to 32t trucks.

You'll ensure all work meets DVSA and organisational standards, while maintaining clear communication between operational and support teams to guarantee vehicle safety, availability, and excellent service delivery.

With support from the depot supervisor you will ensure all equipment within the workshop is calibrated and safe to use, the workshop is kept clean and tidy and line manage staff including PDRs.

You will deal with both external and internal stakeholders ensuring all costs are captured and recorded correctly.

 

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who's not just technically skilled, but also a natural leader and mentor. You'll inspire your team, promote best practices, and drive continuous improvement.

Essential qualifications and experience:

  • City & Guilds Level 3 / BTEC National / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (Mechanical & Electrical) or equivalent experience
  • Class C HGV driving licence
  • Strong knowledge of DVSA transport regulations and compliance

View the full job description here

 

Why Join NY Highways?

Since launching in 2021, we've invested heavily in our people and technology. We're proud to support apprenticeships and internal progression, and we're committed to creating a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace.

NY Highways provides highways services across North Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. From road maintenance, street lighting and snow clearance to road signs and pavement repairs, we operate in close partnership with North Yorkshire Council, combining a commercial focus with public sector values. While we work closely with the Council, NY Highways is an independent business and not part of the Council itself.

 

We offer:

Competitive Salary & Career Progression

Opportunities to move up the pay scale as you grow.

Generous Leave

24 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 29 days with service.

Job Security

Strong partnerships with North Yorkshire Council and private clients.

Company Vehicle (if required)

Provided for use during the working day.

Training & Development

Ongoing learning to help you build your career.

Extra Earnings

Weekend overtime and standby opportunities available.

 

Ready to Apply?

To apply, complete our short online application and upload your CV.

For an informal chat, contact Ashley Benford at devon.lowe@northyorks.gov.uk or call 07720869014.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 4th October 2026. 

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline. 

NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief. 

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK. 

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol.   New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.

 

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Workshop Controller

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Salary: From £42,412 per year

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, (7:30-16:00, occasional weekends)

Drive the Future of Highways in North Yorkshire

At NY Highways, we're proud to deliver essential highways services across North Yorkshire and beyond, from road maintenance and street lighting to snow clearance and signage. We combine the agility of a commercial business with the values of the public sector, working in close partnership with North Yorkshire Council.

We are looking for a Workshop Controller to lead our vehicle maintenance operations and help keep our fleet, and our county, moving.

Your Role

As Workshop Controller, you'll oversee the daily operations of our Northallerton workshop and MOT Centre, managing a team of mechanics and chargehands. You'll plan, schedule and manage repairs and preventive maintenance for a mixed fleet of 460 vehicles from cars through to 32t trucks.

You'll ensure all work meets DVSA and organisational standards, while maintaining clear communication between operational and support teams to guarantee vehicle safety, availability, and excellent service delivery.

With support from the depot supervisor you will ensure all equipment within the workshop is calibrated and safe to use, the workshop is kept clean and tidy and line manage staff including PDRs.

You will deal with both external and internal stakeholders ensuring all costs are captured and recorded correctly.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who's not just technically skilled, but also a natural leader and mentor. You'll inspire your team, promote best practices, and drive continuous improvement.

Essential qualifications and experience:

  • City & Guilds Level 3 / BTEC National / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (Mechanical & Electrical) or equivalent experience
  • Class C HGV driving licence
  • Strong knowledge of DVSA transport regulations and compliance

View the full job description here

Why Join NY Highways?

Since launching in 2021, we've invested heavily in our people and technology. We're proud to support apprenticeships and internal progression, and we're committed to creating a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace.

NY Highways provides highways services across North Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. From road maintenance, street lighting and snow clearance to road signs and pavement repairs, we operate in close partnership with North Yorkshire Council, combining a commercial focus with public sector values. While we work closely with the Council, NY Highways is an independent business and not part of the Council itself.

We offer:

Competitive Salary & Career Progression

Opportunities to move up the pay scale as you grow.

Generous Leave

24 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 29 days with service.

Job Security

Strong partnerships with North Yorkshire Council and private clients.

Company Vehicle (if required)

Provided for use during the working day.

Training & Development

Ongoing learning to help you build your career.

Extra Earnings

Weekend overtime and standby opportunities available.

Ready to Apply?

To apply, complete our short online application and upload your CV.

For an informal chat, contact Ashley Benford at devon.lowe@northyorks.gov.uk or call 07720869014.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 4th October 2026.

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline.

NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.

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Workshop Controller

Posted: 17/09/2026

Closing date: 04/10/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (BST)

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