Bodyshop Production Manager in Cardiff

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Bodyshop Production Manager to join the UK’s leading Accident and Collision Repair specialist in our increasingly busy site in Cardiff. Our Bodyshop is fast paced and exciting with lots of opportunity to make an incredible difference and apply your expertise and skill.

In the role of Production Manager you will be undertaking the following duties:

• Organise the Bodyshop by controlling the status of each job, conducting daily progress meetings with Bodyshop team members and reporting unexpected delays to the General Manager.
• Make sure all the Bodyshop tools and equipment are in good working order, control waste materials and utilities whilst having overall responsibility for the security of the building and the equipment.
• Ensure all job cards are completed correctly and be ultimately responsible for shop floor procedures.
• To liaise with all Bodyshop Technicians and the Manager in respect of any quality issues.

Key to your success is your ability to produce work that complies with the highest technical and quality standards and, above all, helps us deliver on our service commitment to customers.

About you:

• Ideally you are qualified to NVQ level 3/City & Guilds or ATA qualified with a solid Bodyshop background - as a Bodyshop Controller, Workshop Manager or Quality Controller within a Car Dealership, Body Repairer or Crash Repair Centre.
• You come from a fast-paced background - you know how to work in a standard job time structure with a focus on producing compliant, high-quality work.
• You can do more than one thing at once - being able to prioritise and plan your work is key.
• You will have a full UK/EU Driving Licence.
• You take pride in providing a great customer experience each day - you understand what is important to your customers and suppliers.

Why choose FMG RS?

Of course, we offer a fantastic basic salary, but there’s much more to being a Production Manager at FMG RS than just that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but aren’t limited to):

• Fantastic uncapped monthly bonus schemes plus guaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday!
• Start with 23 days annual leave, plus public holidays and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
• Free life assurance (x2 your basic salary).
• Exclusive colleague-only vehicle-leasing schemes.
• Pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.
• A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals.
• Well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).
• Stream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay.

We’re part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility.

Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.

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