Bodyshop Manager / Controller

Kent Source: WhatJobs

£45,000–£55,000

Bodyshop Manager / Controller - Whitstable

Basic salary: 45,000 - 55,000
Holidays: 20 days + 8 bank holiday
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm or 7:00am-4:00pm

Job Overview

We're looking for an experienced Bodyshop Manager / Controller to oversee the day-to-day running of a busy, state-of-the-art Bodyshop in Whitstable.

You'll be responsible for managing the Bodyshop operation and site team, ensuring efficient workflow, strong performance and consistently high standards of quality and customer service.

Key responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day running of the Bodyshop
Manage workshop, estimating, customer service and parts departments
Lead, motivate and develop the site team
Plan and maintain an efficient workflow across the Bodyshop
Ensure monthly targets, SLAs and KPIs are consistently achieved
Manage site financial performance, budgets and profitability
Monitor departmental performance and implement improvements where required
Maintain high standards of quality and customer service
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, legislation and company procedures
Contribute to the development and implementation of business strategies

About you

Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager / Controller
Minimum 3 years experience within Bodyshop management
Strong technical knowledge of the accident repair and Bodyshop industry
Previous experience leading, managing and developing a team
Strong understanding of Bodyshop operations, workflow and performance management
Good commercial awareness with the ability to manage financial and operational targets
Knowledge of vehicle design, manufacture, legislation and industry practices
Understanding of BSI standards and accreditation
Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
Confident, professional and commercially focused approach

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