Workshop Controller

Motofix Accident Repair Centres; Northampton; In loco; GBP 35.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

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

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Competenze

• 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.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Production planning

Quality mindset

Collaboration

Formazione

IMI qualifications preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

What We Offer

• Excellent salary plus bonus
• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free Training and Development
• Employee long service rewards
• Employee well-being services
• 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.
• IMI qualifications preferred.

Interested?

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