Bodyshop Quality Controller & Workshop Lead

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

Job summary

Tru talent in Manchester is seeking a seasoned Quality Controller to oversee vehicle repairs, ensuring they meet manufacturer standards and customer expectations while supporting the Bodyshop Manager.

The role covers inspections, adherence to quality benchmarks, and guiding technicians on repair methods, with a focus on right-first-time outcomes and safe, efficient workshop operations.

Qualifications

• Experience as Quality Controller or Workshop Controller in a bodyshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of structural and cosmetic repair processes.
• Attention to detail with focus on quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out detailed quality control inspections at key stages of the repair process and final sign-off.
• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications, BSI standards, insurer requirements, and internal quality benchmarks.
• Identify defects or process failures and ensure corrective action before vehicle release.
• Support daily workshop operations to meet productivity, efficiency and quality targets.
• Assist with workflow planning, job allocation and progress monitoring for timely repairs.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians on repair quality and methods.
• Review job packs, repair methods and parts usage for accuracy and compliance.
• Support the Bodyshop Manager as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop in line with health and safety standards.
• Promote right-first-time quality-led culture in the Bodyshop.

Skills

Quality control

Vehicle body repair

Workshop operations

Inspection

Leadership

Documentation

Job description

Tru talent in Manchester is seeking a seasoned Quality Controller to oversee vehicle repairs, ensuring they meet manufacturer standards and customer expectations while supporting the Bodyshop Manager.

The role covers inspections, adherence to quality benchmarks, and guiding technicians on repair methods, with a focus on right-first-time outcomes and safe, efficient workshop operations.