Workshop Controller

Auto Skills UK; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Training & Development

Free Onsite Parking

Career Progression Opportunities

Job summary

AutoSkills UK in Birmingham is seeking an Experienced Bodyshop / Workshop Controller to lead a busy accident repair centre. You will manage the day‑to‑day operation, overseeing repair progress, coordinating departments and ensuring exceptional service throughout the repair journey.

You will drive workshop productivity, monitor performance, and mentor a team. This full‑time role offers a Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 pattern, competitive salary from £40,000 dependent on experience plus a monthly team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Bodyshop Controller or Workshop Controller in an automotive accident repair centre.
• Strong leadership with ability to manage a busy workshop and drive productivity.
• Excellent organisational and scheduling skills with a quality‑first approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily workflow of the bodyshop, ensuring efficient progression of repairs.
• Allocate work across Panel, Paint and MET to maximise productivity.
• Monitor technician performance, labour efficiency, and repair quality.
• Ensure repairs comply with manufacturer methods, insurance requirements and BS10125.
• Liaise with assessors, parts advisors, insurers and customers to maintain communication.
• Identify and resolve production delays to meet customer delivery dates.
• Carry out quality control inspections before handover to uphold standards.
• Promote a positive workshop culture with health and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Planning

Scheduling

People management

Communication

Team leadership

Tools

AutoFlow

Job description

EXPERIENCED BODYSHOP / WORKSHOP CONTROLLER

Location: Birmingham

Salary: From £40,000 depending on Experience + Variable Monthly Team Bonus

Job Type: Full‑Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday – Friday – 08:00 – 17:00 (40 Hour Week)

Looking for a role where your leadership skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded and your career can continue to progress? If you are an experienced Bodyshop or Workshop Controller looking to take the next step in your career, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a professional accident repair centre where your organisational skills, leadership and industry expertise will make a genuine impact.

You'll take ownership of workshop productivity, technician performance, repair quality and customer satisfaction, helping to maximise efficiency while ensuring every repair progresses smoothly from vehicle arrival through to customer handover.

Working within a modern, fast‑paced accident repair centre, you'll enjoy an excellent work‑life balance with a Monday to Friday working week, alongside genuine long‑term career progression and the opportunity to help shape a successful and growing operation.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive Salary from £40,000 depending on Experience
• Variable Monthly Team Bonus (Discussed at Interview)
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern (08:00‑17:00)
• 40‑Hour Working Week
• Full‑Time, Permanent Position
• Modern Accident Repair Centre
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Free Onsite Parking

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Bodyshop / Workshop Controller, you will oversee the day‑to‑day operation of a busy accident repair centre, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, profitably and to the highest standards of quality. Must have AutoFlow experience.

You will lead the workshop team, manage repair progress, coordinate departments and ensure customers receive an exceptional level of service throughout every stage of the repair process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily workflow of the bodyshop, ensuring vehicles progress efficiently through every stage of repair
• Allocate work effectively across Panel, Paint and MET departments to maximise workshop productivity
• Monitor technician performance, labour efficiency, work quality and repair completion times
• Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer repair methods, insurance requirements, BS10125 standards and company procedures
• Liaise with Vehicle Damage Assessors, Parts Advisors, Insurance Companies and customers to maintain excellent communication throughout the repair journey
• Proactively identify and resolve production delays to ensure customer delivery dates are achieved
• Carry out quality control inspections before vehicle handover to maintain exceptional repair standards
• Promote a positive workshop culture whilst ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH and company policies

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for an experienced, organised and motivational leader who has a proven track record of managing a successful accident repair workshop while delivering outstanding customer service and operational performance.

• Previous experience as a Bodyshop Controller, Workshop Controller, Production Controller or Bodyshop Team Leader within an automotive accident repair centre
• Essential experience using AutoFlow Bodyshop Management Software
• Strong understanding of Panel, Paint and MET repair processes
• Proven ability to manage workshop productivity, technician utilisation and repair quality
• Excellent organisational, planning and scheduling skills
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to maximise workshop performance and profitability
• Confident communicating with technicians, customers, insurance companies, suppliers and management
• Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills
• Strong attention to detail with a quality‑first approach
• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Alternative Job Titles

Bodyshop Controller, Workshop Controller, Production Controller, Bodyshop Production Manager, Accident Repair Controller, Workshop Manager, Repair Centre Controller, Bodyshop Supervisor, Vehicle Repair Controller, Bodyshop Team Leader, Accident Repair Workshop Controller

APPLY TODAY

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking accident repair business that invests in its people, rewards performance and provides genuine long‑term career opportunities.

If you’re an experienced Bodyshop / Workshop Controller with AutoFlow experience looking to join a professional accident repair centre where your leadership, technical knowledge and operational expertise will be recognised and rewarded, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration and take the next step in your accident repair management career.

Contact Steve @ AutoSkills UK – Job Reference 54261