Salary: Up to £45k basic DOE, plus bonus and excellent company benefits
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:
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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
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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
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Ensure all job cards are completed corrected correctly and be ultimately responsible for shop floor procedures
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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
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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, whether the job at hand is routine or more complex, you will know just how to solve it.
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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.
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You can do more than one thing at once - you can be sure you will never be looking for something to do, so being able to prioritise and plan your work is key.
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You will have a full UK/EU Driving Licence
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You get involved in every part of our business - you take pride being part of the FMG Repair Services team and are keen to help colleagues with a hands-on, can-do approach to getting things done.
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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) …
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fantastic uncapped monthly bonus schemes plus guaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday!
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start with 23 days annual leave, of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
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free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
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exclusive colleague-only vehicle-leasing schemes
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pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme
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A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals
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well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
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Stream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!
We’re going places …
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We’re part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland and Spain, - few other businesses can offer you the volume, variety and long-term security as us;
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You’re rewarded for your part in our success - lots of customers means lots of work to share, which in turn means lots of opportunity to boost your earnings through our fantastic bonus schemes;
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We invest in you - We believe everyone should have the opportunity to better themselves and look to progress, not just within FMG RS but the wider ZIGUP business too;
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We’re growing - it’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re committed to being at the cutting edge, investing in everything from our EV capabilities, our workshops to our Training Centres;
Join the FMG RS family
With the best people in the industry within our Group, we really believe that no one else can do what we do as well as us. So what are you waiting for?
We’re also 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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