Workshop Controller
Reference: ZR_825_JOB
Workshop Controller
Knutsford, Cheshire
Highly Competitive Remuneration
Purely Automotive Recruitment Ltd are delighted to be offering a fantastic position for an enthusiastic and professional Workshop Controller to join our client based in Knutsford, Cheshire. This is a unique opportunity to work with a fantastic business at an exciting time for the automotive brands our client represents.
Requirements
This role would ideally suit someone already working as a Workshop Controller within the automotive industry; however, a Master or Senior Technician who wants to move into management or an experienced senior Service Advisor would be considered for this position.
The successful candidate must:
- Ensure service and repairs are carried out to the highest standards of quality possible to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Ensure efficient use of materials, equipment and labour resources.
- Build strong relationships with the brand and have a strong understanding of warranty processes.
- Actively coach and support the service team to develop individual competencies.
- Develop training plans for all technical personnel and play an active role with development.
- Ensure Health and Safety procedures are observed and maintained at all times.
- Ensure efficient progression of work through the workshop.
- To identify key processes and work on improving workshop flow and streamline the customer journey.
- Increase productivity by removing waste, alongside tracking KPI’s and team management.
The successful candidate must also be competent using IT systems, using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and have previous experience using dealer systems such as Kerridge, Pinnacle or equivalent and manufacturer interfaces.
Full UK driving license is also essential for this role.
Benefits
Our client provides a fantastic working environment and are committed to ‘Developing Talent’ and ‘Building Careers’. They will also recognise and reward your hard work, loyalty and achievements. A competitive salary and bonus scheme awaits the right candidate for this position together with a workplace pension scheme.
Please follow the link on this page to apply, or for further information contact Purely Automotive Recruitment Ltd.
Purely Automotive Recruitment is a dedicated Automotive Industry talent resourcing company operating across the UK and Ireland.
Candidate application
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Car Sales Executive
Reference: ZR_824_JOB
Car Sales Executive
Knutsford, Cheshire
Highly Competitive Remuneration
Purely Automotive Recruitment proudly offers a fantastic opportunity for a Car Sales Executive to join our client and their team based in Knutsford, Cheshire. Our client operates a successful business representing a number of prestige vehicle brands across their dealer group.
Requirements
Reporting to the Sales Manager, the main objectives of the post are to achieve agreed sales targets within defined operating and financial guidelines; To request details from all prospects/visitors to the centre who might show an interest in purchasing a vehicle and to follow up within a maximum 24 hour period; To contribute to the development of plans, policies and procedures as required to ensure the achievement of all sales tasks smoothly and in a timely manner.
Requirements
Essential criteria for the position include: Experience in Car Sales is essential.
Excellent sales, communication, negotiating and influencing skills.
Proven excellent customer service skills with a commitment to providing the best possible standard of customer service.
Strong presentation, organisational and prioritisation skills.
Good judgement and ability to act with discretion, diplomacy and tact.
Ability to remain calm, well organised, and confident, particularly when working to demanding deadlines.
Customer Centric Attitude.
Ability to meet sales targets.
An outstanding attitude and passion for sales and customer service.
An enthusiastic, dynamic and team orientated personality that offers help and support to others with ability to take direction and assist their colleagues when necessary.
Ability to work autonomously when necessary.
Willingness to learn and develop and keep up-to-date with complex/ technical/product information.
Thorough knowledge of computer applications.
A full UK driving licence is required for this position.
Benefits
This is an incredible opportunity to join a business that offers both a competitive salary along with a prestige brand and company culture. A company car is included together with a workplace pension. Other benefits include great staff discounts and life assurance and training provided by the manufacturer training academy.
If you have the knowledge and experience in a corporate industry and you’re looking for your next career move, then we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now by following the link on this page or contact Purely Automotive Recruitment Ltd for a confidential discussion.
Purely Automotive Recruitment Ltd is a dedicated automotive industry talent resourcing service provider operating across the UK and Ireland.
Candidate application
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Costs of doing business may hamper UK's attraction for OEMs
Costs of doing business may hamper UK's attraction for OEMs
Purley Automotive News - January 2026
Mercedes-Benz UK is the new Official Automotive Partner of WSL Football, covering both the Barclays Women’s Super League (Barclays WSL) and Barclays Women’s Super League 2 (Barclays WSL2). The exclusive multi-year partnership comes into effect on 7 January 2026.
As part of this partnership, Mercedes-Benz UK also becomes the Presenting Partner of the first ever play-off match. For this season, the third-placed Barclays WSL2 club could secure promotion to the top tier if they beat the club that finishes bottom of the Barclays WSL.
The partnership between Mercedes-Benz UK and WSL Football strengthens the brand’s commitment to supporting women’s sports on a global level. Mercedes-Benz AG has been an Official Patron of the Women’s Open golf tournament since 2024, and on 1 January 2026 entered into a long-term agreement with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) to become both its Premier Partner and Exclusive Automobile Partner.
“The Mercedes-Benz story began 140 years ago with a bold idea that changed the world. Now, that same spirit of innovation and ambition drives our partnership with WSL Football. We are proud to collaborate with WSL Football to inspire and engage the next generation of players and fans.”
Olivier Reppert, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz UK
“Partnering with Mercedes-Benz UK at this defining moment in the season reflects the scale, momentum and commercial potential of the women’s game. Bringing a brand of this calibre into WSL Football as our Official Automotive Partner will help us elevate the game, deepen engagement with fans and players and accelerate long-term growth across both leagues.”
Zarah Al-Kudcy, Chief Revenue Officer, WSL Football.
The Barclays WSL and Barclays WSL2 season resumes after its winter break on 10 January, when Arsenal plays Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London and Southampton take on Portsmouth at St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton
Article courtesy of https://www.wslfootball.com published 7th January 2026
Mercedes-Benz UK named Official Automotive Partner of WSL Football
Mercedes-Benz UK is the new Official Automotive Partner of WSL Football
Purley Automotive News - January 2026
Mercedes-Benz UK is the new Official Automotive Partner of WSL Football, covering both the Barclays Women’s Super League (Barclays WSL) and Barclays Women’s Super League 2 (Barclays WSL2). The exclusive multi-year partnership comes into effect on 7 January 2026.
As part of this partnership, Mercedes-Benz UK also becomes the Presenting Partner of the first ever play-off match. For this season, the third-placed Barclays WSL2 club could secure promotion to the top tier if they beat the club that finishes bottom of the Barclays WSL.
The partnership between Mercedes-Benz UK and WSL Football strengthens the brand’s commitment to supporting women’s sports on a global level. Mercedes-Benz AG has been an Official Patron of the Women’s Open golf tournament since 2024, and on 1 January 2026 entered into a long-term agreement with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) to become both its Premier Partner and Exclusive Automobile Partner.
“The Mercedes-Benz story began 140 years ago with a bold idea that changed the world. Now, that same spirit of innovation and ambition drives our partnership with WSL Football. We are proud to collaborate with WSL Football to inspire and engage the next generation of players and fans.”
Olivier Reppert, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz UK
“Partnering with Mercedes-Benz UK at this defining moment in the season reflects the scale, momentum and commercial potential of the women’s game. Bringing a brand of this calibre into WSL Football as our Official Automotive Partner will help us elevate the game, deepen engagement with fans and players and accelerate long-term growth across both leagues.”
Zarah Al-Kudcy, Chief Revenue Officer, WSL Football.
The Barclays WSL and Barclays WSL2 season resumes after its winter break on 10 January, when Arsenal plays Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London and Southampton take on Portsmouth at St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton
Article courtesy of https://www.wslfootball.com published 7th January 2026
Supercar Vehicle Technician
Reference: ZR_817_JOB
Supercar Vehicle Technician
Knutsford, Cheshire
Highly Competitive Remuneration
Purely Automotive Recruitment Ltd offers an excellent opportunity for a Supercar Vehicle Technician to join our client and their team based in Knutsford, Cheshire. Our client operates within an exclusive luxury and supercar service and repair centre based in a modern well-equipped facility with a fantastic working environment. If you are a qualified Vehicle Technician looking for a new career with a keen passion to work on supercars, we would love to hear from you.
Ideally, we are looking for a fully Trained VAG (Group) or similar manufacturer level qualified Vehicle Technician together holding a formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds/NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance.
You will have the ability to work efficiently and have he ability to tackle all aspects of vehicle repairs and servicing. You must be energetic and enjoy working on different types of motor cars with a charismatic attitude and be team player. You will also have the ability to discuss mechanical solutions professionally face to face with clients.
Our client provides a fantastic working culture in an environment to enable any professional Vehicle Technician to enjoy working on Supercars.
Benefits
Our client provides the training and facilities to help you make the next big step in your career. They will also recognise and reward your hard work, loyalty and achievements. As well as competitive salary you will also benefit from a bonus mechanism based upon performance. The company offers an excellent level of basic salary which is between £35000 – £45000 OTE per annum plus bonus depending on your experience.
Purely Automotive Recruitment is a dedicated Automtive Industry Talent Service Provider operating across the UK and Ireland.
Candidate application
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McLaren and Atlas Copco launch data-driven era in supercar building
McLaren and Atlas Copco launch data-driven era in supercar building
Purley Automotive News - December 2025
Atlas Copco smart tools and digital systems have already been integrated into the manufacture of Artura, 750S and GTS supercars at the McLaren Production Centre (MPC), and now the new W1 – the latest in McLaren’s ‘1’ car lineage – will benefit from the very first client car built.
The data relating to every fixing on each car is automatically entered into a digital passport of more than 2,000 entries. Each one of these fixings, across MPC, are recorded by Avantguard, Atlas Copco’s advanced error-proofing software, which seamlessly transfers this information over to Toolsnet8 for real-time data-readout. This same data is also used by Atlas Copco Alture optimisation software, which uses trend analysis to predict and identify potential issues before they occur. It comes together to create a digital ledger of the car as it is built, that is unlike like ever before.
Next-generation Atlas Copco smart tools are not only making a difference in terms of the McLaren Production Centre, but the new level of precision manufacturing is unlocking even more performance from the design and engineering that goes into every McLaren.
For example, the McLaren W1’s suspension system incorporates lightweight titanium fasteners that demand controlled and repeatable torque-angle application in production to ensure joint integrity, and the resulting 100-gram weight reduction required.
McLaren operators use the Atlas Copco STRwrench Compact Controller combined with a 250Nm smartHEAD to deliver the high accuracy demanded for the Formula-1 inspired inboard front suspension, and the Atlas Copco Tensor ICB-A single-handed tool when working on the W1’s revolutionary rear-aerodynamic system.
The Rear Active Longtail of the W1 uses bespoke interference pins that allow for reduced packaging and smaller clearances that together deliver lower overall weight. Only by having guaranteed assembly conditions can this be possible.
Matt Walton, chief manufacturing officer, McLaren Automotive, said: “Precision engineering demands precision manufacturing. McLaren Automotive’s technical partnership with Atlas Copco embeds bespoke, next-generation smart tools to bring new levels of hand-crafted accuracy to the assembly process. This is the future of hand-crafting supercars – intelligent, connected and uncompromising in their execution.”
Article courtesy of https://www.pesmedia.com published 4th December 2025
Rygor launches initiative to highlight opportunities for women in the sector
Rygor launches initiative to highlight opportunities for women in the sector
Purley Automotive News - December 2025
Rygor Group has launched a Women in Automotive Journal to promote career opportunities for women by sharing stories from across the sector.
The publication brings together contributors from dealerships, EV businesses, marketing firms and charities who outline their routes into the industry, the challenges they faced and the achievements they value most.
Kate Ruberry Shoemack, Rygor Group director of people and communication, led the project.
She said: “When you ask women in the industry how they came to work in automotive, the response I hear time and time again is I fell into it.
“In fact, in research carried out within Rygor, nearly 65% of the women surveyed said that they had little to no awareness of, or exposure to career opportunities in the sector.
“Yet, anecdotally, speaking with the incredible women who work in our industry, they love it and feel fulfilled by their career.”
Ruberry Shoemack said the more work that can be done to highlight women in the industry, the more likely that a greater number of women join the sector.
She said: “Our in house research showed that lack of awareness, lack of female representation in marketing and job adverts and the need for role models is what our female team members said would encourage more women to the sector.
“When we can showcase the reality and opportunity of the automotive sector for women, we know it works as between 2023 and 2024 across Rygor Group, we saw a 64% increase in job applicants who identified as female.”
he journal includes guidance from women at Rygor Group and partners including Ben, The Automotive Charity and automotive publications.
It covers topics such as confidence building and progression routes and is available to download from the company’s careers site.
Sara Sloman, chief strategy officer at Paythru and a contributor, said: “This wonderful initiative by Rygor shows the importance of surrounding yourself with people who can help you to shine.
“The secret to success is not about avoiding a glass ceiling, it is about smashing through it as an army of likeminded individuals all seeing the same thing the benefits of collaboration for collective success.
“A rising tide lifts all ships or, it should. It is an honour to be featured amongst such strong and empowering people.”
Ruberry Shoemack said the aim is to raise awareness of careers in the sector.
She added: “If we see even just one more woman join the automotive industry off the back of our collective efforts, then this will be a successful initiative.”
Article courtesy of: www.am-online.com Published 4th December 2025
Service Advisor
Reference: ZR_819_JOB
Service Advisor
Knutsford, Cheshire
Highly Competitive Remuneration
Purely Automotive Recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for a Service Advisor to join our client based in based in Knutsford. Working as part of the team in a busy, and modern Service Centre, we require a candidate that can provide support to the business and provide outstanding customer care. Our client operates a service centre for exclusive sports and luxury vehicles.
Requirements
The ideal applicant needs to be motivated, enthusiastic and a committed individual who is capable of consistently delivering the highest standards of customer service. You will have an outgoing personality and a pleasant manner and be a good communicator. Excellent organisational skills are prerequisite for this position. You must also be of smart appearance, computer-literate and have a good eye for detail.
Ideally you will have a proven track record either as a Service Advisor or Parts Advisor, and ideally in the motor industry. This is a full-time opportunity for the right candidate.
Our client is committed to ‘Developing Talent’ and ‘Building Careers’. They will also recognise and reward your hard work, loyalty and achievements. A highly competitive salary awaits the right candidate for this fantastic opportunity.
To apply please follow the link on this page or contact Jason Shenton at Purely Automotive Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
Purely Automotive Recruitment is a dedicated Automotive Industry talent resourcing service provider operating across the UK and Ireland.
Candidate application
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