Workshop Controller

Tru Talent; Kings Langley, Abbots Langley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Tru Talent in Watford is seeking a Workshop Controller to lead the Bodyshop operations and keep daily work flowing. You will supervise the team, ensure high quality repairs and mentor colleagues to improve skills and efficiency.

The role requires strong hands-on experience in vehicle body repair, a focus on safety, and the ability to coordinate parts, stock and schedules in a busy workshop.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle body repair and bodyshop operations.
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience in a workshop environment.
• Excellent time management and multitasking in a busy workshop.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations to hit performance and quality targets.
• Step in for Bodyshop Manager when needed.
• Provide technical guidance on vehicle body repair, panel work, refinishing, welding, alignment, and structural repairs.
• Carry out thorough quality checks to meet manufacturer standards and customer expectations.
• Manage admin tasks like ordering parts, reviewing job packs, and coordinating stock levels.
• Mentor the team to boost skills, efficiency and collaboration.
• Track progress, balance workloads and ensure on-time completion of jobs.
• Maintain tools and equipment and ensure a clean, safe, well-organised workshop.

Skills

Vehicle body repair

Bodyshop operations

Leadership

Multitasking

Quality assurance

Safety

Job description

Workshop Controller

Location: Watford

Annual Salary:Up to £50,000 + Bonus

Hours:Monday - Friday (45 Hours a Week)

Key Responsibilities for Workshop Controller / Workshop Manager / Production Manager:

As Workshop Manager, you'll play a key role in keeping our Bodyshop running smoothly and efficiently every day. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting daily operations to hit performance and quality targets.
• Stepping in for the Bodyshop Manager when needed.
• Offering technical guidance on all aspects of vehicle body repair-panel work, refinishing, welding, alignment, and structural repairs.
• Carrying out thorough quality checks to ensure repairs meet manufacturer standards and customer expectations.
• Managing admin tasks like ordering parts, reviewing job packs, and coordinating stock levels.
• Mentoring the team to boost skills, efficiency, and collaboration.
• Tracking progress, balancing workloads, and ensuring on-time job completion.
• Maintaining tools and equipment and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop.

Skills and Qualifications required forWorkshop Controller / Workshop Manager / Production Manager:

• A strong technical background in vehicle body repair and Bodyshop operations.
• Solid knowledge of structural and mechanical repairs.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a Bodyshop or automotive environment.
• Excellent multitasking and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting.
• A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to the highest quality standards.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills to work with both customers and internal teams.
• Understanding of workplace safety regulations and dedication to a safe working environment.
• A full, valid UK driving licence.