Bodyshop Controller

Jago Consultants; Orpington; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Jago Consultants seeks a Bodyshop Controller in Orpington to lead shop operations, ensure high-quality repairs, and drive profitability. You will manage a team, oversee daily workflows, and coordinate with insurers and manufacturers to secure first-time fixes.

The role requires proven bodyshop leadership, strong customer communication, and solid technical knowledge to align repairs with customer expectations and company standards.

Qualifications

• Have experience as a Bodyshop Controller within an Accident Repair Centre.
• Strong knowledge of the workings of an Automotive Bodyshop.
• Leadership qualities and supervisory skills.
• Up-to-date technical knowledge and skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to understand customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all vehicles entering the site for repair receive the highest level of attention.
• Motivate the team to take pride in their work and ensure a first-time fix.
• Maintain effective relationships with colleagues, insurers and manufacturers.
• Take responsibility for the Bodyshop's P&L.

Job description

Role – Bodyshop Controller

Salary – Basic £40,000 plus bonus

Hours of work – 08.00 to 17.30- Monday to Friday plus every other Saturday 8:30am to 1pm

Location – Orpington, Greater London

• Have experience as a Bodyshop Controller within an Accident Repair Centre


• Have a strong knowledge of the workings of an Automotive Bodyshop


• Leadership Qualities and Supervisory Skills


• An up-to-date technical knowledge and skills


• Strong Communication skills with the ability to understand customer expectations

The responsibilities of this Bodyshop Controller role are

• Ensuring that all vehicles entering the site for repair receive the highest level of attention


• Ensuring as a Bodyshop Controller you motivate the team to take pride in their work and ensure a first-time fix


• Maintaining effective relationships with colleagues, insurers and manufacturers


• Taking responsibility for P&L of the Bodyshop.

Other roles in the area include – bodyshop controller, workshop controller, accident repair, accident repair manager, bodyshop manager