Maintenance Controller (Tyres + Mechanical)

A growing company based in Felixstowe is looking for a detail-driven, proactive Maintenance Controller to manage defect triage, tyre lifecycle, repair authorisations, and supplier coordination.

What’s on offer:

• Career progression & ongoing training.
• Supportive, small, friendly team.
• 23 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays.

What you’ll be doing as Maintenance Controller:

• Triage defects from drivers/telematics and authorise repairs.
• Coordinate workshops, mobile mechanics, and tyre partners to minimise VOR.
• Manage tyre inspections, repairs, rotations, replacements, and casing returns.
• Track PMIs, MOT prep, service schedules, and compliance documentation.
• Control costs, challenge quotes, and utilise warranties/recalls.
• Maintain accurate records and keep stakeholders updated on ETA and job status.

What we’re looking for in a Maintenance Controller:

• Experience in maintenance control, workshop control, service advising, or fleet admin.
• Strong tyre knowledge and solid mechanical understanding (brakes, suspension, steering, electrics).
• Excellent supplier management, negotiation, and good communication skills with Drivers, other Depots, Technicians and Customers.
• Comfortable using fleet maintenance/telematics systems and MS Office/Google Suite.
• Ability to work lone/solo confidently, staying proactive, safe, and accountable without direct supervision.

You will be working Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:30.

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