Bodyshop Quality Controller & Workshop Lead

Tru talent; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tru talent in Blackburn is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Quality Controller with responsibilities that include Workshop Controller duties to support daily operations and maintain high repair standards.

You will perform detailed quality inspections, ensure compliance with manufacturer specs, BSI standards, and insurer requirements, and guide technicians to resolve defects before release.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quality Controller or Workshop Controller within a Bodyshop environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-first mindset.
• Good knowledge of structural, panel and cosmetic repair processes.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out detailed quality control inspections at key stages of the repair process and at final vehicle sign-off.
• Ensuring all repairs meet manufacturer specifications, BSI standards, insurer requirements, and internal quality benchmarks.
• Identifying defects, workmanship issues, or process failures and ensuring corrective action is taken before vehicle release.
• Supporting daily workshop operations to help meet productivity, efficiency, and quality targets.
• Assisting with workflow planning, job allocation, and progress monitoring to ensure timely completion of repairs.
• Providing technical guidance to technicians on repair quality, methods, and best practices.
• Reviewing job packs, repair methods, and parts usage for accuracy and compliance.
• Supporting the Bodyshop Manager when required.
• Helping maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment in line with health & safety standards.
• Promoting a strong right-first-time and quality-led culture throughout the Bodyshop.

Skills

Vehicle body repair

Quality control

Workshop operations

Supervisory role

Job description

Tru talent in Blackburn is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Quality Controller with responsibilities that include Workshop Controller duties to support daily operations and maintain high repair standards.

You will perform detailed quality inspections, ensure compliance with manufacturer specs, BSI standards, and insurer requirements, and guide technicians to resolve defects before release.