Bodyshop Workshop Controller
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Job Summary
Job Title: Bodyshop Workshop Controller
Salary: 45000 bonus OTE 49800
Location: York YO26
Hours: 7am 5pm Monday to Friday and 1 in 2 Saturday mornings depending on business needs.
Our client is one of the industry leading UK-based accident repair groups with 38 established accident repair centres across the UK.
They are looking for a Bodyshop Workshop Controller to join their Accident Repair Centre in York. The Bodyshop Workshop Controller plays a pivotal role in supporting the Bodyshop Manager and ensuring that their Bodyshops are running efficiently. They are looking for a Bodyshop Workshop Controller / Production Manager who has proven experience working in a Bodyshop with passion productivity and discipline to ensure success for the team.
The role will include but is not limited to the following tasks:
- Support the daily operations of the Bodyshop to ensure smooth running and the achievement of performance and quality targets.
- Step in to manage operations in the Bodyshop Managers absence.
- Provide technical support and guidance to the repair team on vehicle body repair techniques including panel repair refinishing welding alignments and structural repairs.
- Conduct thorough checks to ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and customer expectations maintaining high-quality standards throughout.
- Assist with ordering parts reviewing job packs and performing other administrative duties to ensure efficient workshop operations.
- Mentor and guide team members to improve their skills increase efficiency and promote collaboration within the team.
- Track progress manage workloads effectively and ensure timely completion of repairs to meet customer deadlines.
- Coordinate stock levels ensure timely ordering of materials and maintain tools and equipment in optimal condition.
- Uphold company health and safety policies maintaining a clean safe and organised work environment for the team.
What are we looking for
- A strong technical background in vehicle body repair with hands-on experience in Bodyshop operations.
- Strong technical knowledge on structural and mechanical repairs.
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a Bodyshop or automotive environment.
- Exceptional multitasking and time-management abilities to handle diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.
- A keen eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to quality.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with both customers and internal stakeholders professionally.
- A thorough understanding of workplace safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
- A full valid UK driving license is essential.
Company Benefits:
- Employee assistance programme for you and your family
- Health and wellbeing apps
- Gym discounts
- Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
- Life Insurance
- Virtual GP
- Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
- Free fruit and pizza
- Refer a friend bonus incentive
- Employee recognition rewards
- Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
- Discounted LV insurance
- Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
- 25 days holiday plus public holidays
- Pension contributions
- Work within a modern and clean working environment
To apply for this role please submit your full and up to date CV to Jonathan Sweasey at Pybus Recruitment on email: or call
- A strong technical background in vehicle body repair with hands-on experience in Bodyshop operations.
- Strong technical knowledge on structural and mechanical repairs.
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a Bodyshop or automotive environment.
- Exceptional multitasking and time-management abilities to handle diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.
- A keen eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to quality.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with both customers and internal stakeholders professionally.
- A thorough understanding of workplace safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
- A full valid UK driving license is essential.
- Employee assistance programme for you and your family
- Health and wellbeing apps
- Gym discounts
- Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
- Life Insurance
- Virtual GP
- Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
- Free fruit and pizza
- Refer a friend bonus incentive
- Employee recognition rewards
- Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
- Discounted LV insurance
- Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
- 25 days holiday plus public holidays
- Pension contributions
- Work within a modern and clean working environment
Required Skills:
Driving Licence
Required Education:
Driving Licence
