Bodyshop Workshop Controller: Drive Quality & Efficiency

Motofix Accident Repair Centres; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary plus bonus

30 days annual leave (inclusive of BH)

Workplace pension scheme

Free Training and Development

Employee long service rewards

Employee well-being services

Free uniform (and PPE)

Life insurance

Job summary

Motofix Accident Repair Centres is looking for a Workshop Controller to lead our bodyshop production and ensure efficient workflows. You will drive quality repairs, coordinate with the damage assessors and parts teams, and keep customers informed on methods, progress and completion dates.

The role requires strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a track record of achieving right-the-first-time repairs. Previous MET/Panel/Paint experience and IMI qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing bodyshop production teams.
• Solid knowledge of repair methods and workflow planning.
• Collaborative approach to achieve high-quality repairs.
• Hands-on technician experience in MET, panel, or paint within accident repair.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise workflows to optimise production efficiency.
• Maximise utilisation and performance of the production team.
• Conduct quality inspections to uphold repair standards.
• Update customers on repair methods, progress and ETA.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Damage Assessors for sales and operations.
• Conduct staff performance reviews for continuous improvement.
• Work with Vehicle Damage Assessment and Parts Teams to drive customer excellence and profitability.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Production planning

Quality mindset

Collaboration

Education

IMI qualifications preferred

Job description

Motofix Accident Repair Centres is looking for a Workshop Controller to lead our bodyshop production and ensure efficient workflows. You will drive quality repairs, coordinate with the damage assessors and parts teams, and keep customers informed on methods, progress and completion dates.

The role requires strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a track record of achieving right-the-first-time repairs. Previous MET/Panel/Paint experience and IMI qualifications are preferred.