Workshop Controller

Motofix Group; Northampton; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus bonus

30 days annual leave

Training & development

Long service rewards

Uniform & PPE

Life insurance

Job summary

Motofix Group is seeking a Workshop Controller to oversee bodyshop production, ensure high-quality repairs, and deliver excellent customer service. You will plan workflows, maximise team performance, and coordinate with Vehicle Damage Assessors and Parts teams to optimise profitability.

The role requires hands-on experience in MET, Panel, and Paint, strong organisational skills, and a collaborative, quality-driven approach to repair processes.

Qualifications

• Hands-on technician experience in MET, Panel, and Paint within accident repair.
• Strong production planning and organisational skills.
• Collaborative mindset focused on quality and customer outcomes.

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 estimated completion dates.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Damage Assessors to drive sales and operations.
• Conduct staff performance reviews to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Hands-on technician experience (MET, P

Job description

Motofix is a leading vehicle body repair provider with nine state-of-the-art centres across the Home Counties, South, and South West of England. We aim to set the benchmark for customer experience and quality in automotive body repair, guided by teamwork, ownership, respect, and eco-integrity.

What We Offer

• Excellent salary plus bonus
• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Free Training and Development
• Employee long service rewards
• Free uniform (and PPE)
• Life insurance

About the Role

As a Workshop Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the bodyshop, maintaining high standards of repair quality, and delivering excellent customer service. Your role will involve:

• Planning and organising workflows to optimise production efficiency.
• Maximising the utilisation and performance of the production team.
• Conducting quality inspections to uphold repair standards.
• Updating customers on repair methods, progress, and estimated completion dates.
• Collaborating with Vehicle Damage Assessors to achieve optimum sales and operational performance.
• Conducting staff performance reviews to support continuous improvement.
• Working closely with the Vehicle Damage Assessment and Parts Teams, you will drive customer excellence and contribute to strong financial performance.

About You

Highly organised and detail-oriented, you have a strong track record of successfully managing bodyshop production teams. Your expertise in repair methods and workflow planning has played a key role in your career growth. You take a collaborative approach, ensuring repairs are completed right the first time while continuously learning and staying ahead of industry advancements. This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference, contribute to a high-performing team, and be at the forefront of automotive repair technology.

What We Look For

• Passion for quality – a commitment to delivering high-standard repairs and positive customer outcomes.
• Team player – able to work collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge – understanding of modern repair methods with an ability to maximise repair opportunities.
• Commercial awareness – ability to drive productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Continuous improvement mindset – willingness to embrace best practices and new technologies.
• Previous hands-on technician experience (MET, Panel, Paint) within the accident repair industry.

Salary: £45,000-£50,000 per annum
Contracted Hours: 45 hrs per week
Attended Hours: 07:30-17:00, Mon-Fri