Bodyshop Controller Vacancy:
We are currently partnering with a forward-thinking and rapidly expanding Accident Repair Group to recruit an experienced Bodyshop Controller for their busy site in the Binfield area.
This business has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality vehicle repairs with exceptional attention to detail and customer care. Working alongside some of the automotive industry's most innovative manufacturers, they continuously invest in their people, processes, and technology to stay ahead of the competition.
Successful candidates will enjoy working in a modern, state-of-the-art repair environment, supported by ongoing training and development opportunities designed to help you enhance your skills and progress your career.
Key Bodyshop Controller Responsibilities:
- Lead and support the workshop team, ensuring all repairs and refinishing work are completed to the highest quality standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Drive productivity and workflow efficiency by working closely with technicians, painters, and estimators throughout the repair process.
- Foster strong communication and collaboration across all departments to ensure seamless vehicle progression and an exceptional customer experience.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations, promoting a safe and professional working environment.
- Inspire, motivate, and manage productive staff, helping the team achieve both individual and site performance targets.
- Work alongside estimators and management to maximise workshop efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Conduct thorough quality control inspections, identifying any paint defects, panel alignment issues, fitting concerns, or imperfections before vehicle handover.
- Ensure all repair methods, procedures, and parts usage comply with manufacturer standards and industry best practices.
As a Bodyshop Controller you will have:
- Previous experience as a Bodyshop Controller, Workshop Controller, or a senior productive role within a busy accident repair centre.
- Experience using Autoflow would be highly advantageous.
- Strong IT and administration skills with confidence using workshop management systems.
- A keen eye for detail and proven experience carrying out quality assurance inspections and defect identification.
- Knowledge of manufacturer repair standards, compliance requirements, and quality control processes.
- The confidence to provide constructive feedback and work closely with technicians to maintain exceptional repair standards.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both colleagues and customers.
- A proactive and driven approach, with the ability to lead teams, work under pressure, and consistently deliver results.
Benefits:
- Salary up to £50,000 per annum plus bonus
- 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Excellent Company Benefits
- Permanent Role
If you would like to find out more about this Bodyshop Controller opportunity, please submit your CV by clicking \'Apply Now\' or contact Piam on 01202 552915 or piam@holtautomotive.co.uk for a confidential discussion.....Read more...
Harper May is partnering with a long-established, London-based membership organisation with over a century of heritage, headquartered in Mayfair. The organisation operates across membership services, national events, publications, education, and charitable activity, with a diverse revenue base and complex reporting requirements across trading and non-trading activities. With continued growth in commercial activity and ongoing investment in the finance function, the leadership team is now appointing a Financial Controller to take ownership of financial reporting and controls, and partner closely with senior leaders across the organisation.The RoleReporting to the senior finance leadership, the Financial Controller will own the day-to-day running of the finance function, lead a small in-house team, and take responsibility for month-end, statutory reporting, and financial controls across the group. The role suits a technically strong, hands-on accountant who is comfortable balancing operational delivery with process improvement in a mature, well-structured environment.Key Responsibilities
Own the month-end close and produce timely, accurate management accounts and board reportingLead the year-end audit process and prepare statutory financial statements across group entitiesManage VAT, corporation tax, and other compliance filings, including any specific requirements around charitable and trading activitiesStrengthen financial controls, systems, and reporting discipline across the organisationPartner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planningManage and develop the in-house finance team across ledgers, payroll oversight, and reportingSupport ongoing systems and process improvement projects across the finance function
What we are looking for
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