Workshop Controller

Auto Skills UK; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an Experienced Bodyshop Workshop Controller in Northampton. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £45,000–£50,000 DOE with a Monday–Friday 08:30–17:00 schedule and no weekends.

You will manage daily workshop workflow, coordinate technicians, monitor progress and ensure repairs meet manufacturer standards. You will be the key link between workshop, management, and customers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Workshop Controller within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong understanding of bodyshop processes and repair methods.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident managing technician workloads and production priorities.
• Strong communication and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the daily workflow and allocation of work across the bodyshop.
• Monitor vehicle progress to ensure repairs are completed within agreed timescales.
• Liaise with Panel, MET, Paint, Prep and SMART Technicians to maintain efficient production.
• Identify and resolve workflow, technical or production issues where required.
• Monitor repair quality and ensure vehicles are completed to manufacturer and industry standards.
• Maintain effective communication with management, customers and other departments.

Skills

Workshop coordination

Production workflow management

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Education

IMI/ATA qualifications

Job description

EXPERIENCED BODYSHOP WORKSHOP CONTROLLER

Location: Northampton

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your bodyshop management skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Workshop Controller looking for your next challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of vehicle production within a professional and modern accident repair centre.

Offering a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience, you'll benefit from a Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments, giving you an excellent work-life balance. You'll work alongside an experienced bodyshop team, coordinating technicians, controlling workflow and ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, safely and to the highest possible standards.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• 08:30am - 5:0 0pm
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• No Weekend Working
• Modern Bodyshop Environment
• Experienced and Supportive Team
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Bodyshop Workshop Controller, you will play a key role in managing the daily workflow and production of the accident repair centre. You will coordinate technicians, monitor vehicle progress and ensure repairs are completed efficiently, accurately and in line with customer expectations, manufacturer repair methods and agreed timescales.

You will act as an important link between the workshop, management, customers and other departments, ensuring vehicles move smoothly through each stage of the repair process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the daily workflow and allocation of work across the bodyshop
• Monitor vehicle progress to ensure repairs are completed within agreed timescales
• Liaise with Panel, MET, Paint, Prep and SMART Technicians to maintain efficient production
• Identify and resolve workflow, technical or production issues where required
• Monitor repair quality and ensure vehicles are completed to manufacturer and industry standards
• Ensure technicians have the correct information, parts and resources required to complete repairs
• Maintain effective communication with management, customers and other departments
• Ensure Health & Safety, quality procedures and bodyshop processes are consistently followed

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and organised Workshop Controller with strong knowledge of accident repair processes and the ability to coordinate a busy bodyshop effectively.

• Proven experience as a Workshop Controller within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Strong understanding of Panel, MET, Paint, Prep and SMART repair processes
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle repair procedures and bodyshop workflow
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Confident managing technician workloads and production priorities
• Ability to monitor quality, productivity and repair times
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused with a professional approach
• Able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and Health & Safety requirements
• Experience with bodyshop management or workflow systems advantageous
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

Alternative Job Titles:

Workshop Controller / Bodyshop Workshop Controller / Bodyshop Controller / Workshop Manager / Accident Repair Workshop Controller / Bodyshop Production Controller / Vehicle Repair Controller / Bodyshop Production Manager / Senior Workshop Controller / Accident Repair