Head of Body and Paint Shop
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Company "G-TI Motors" - the official representative and global importer of the automotive brands Jaguar Land Rover, Ford, Suzuki, BMW/Mini and BMW Motorrad in Georgia - is announcing a vacancy for the position of Head of Body and Paint Shop.
Work location: Tbilisi, D. Archagelesi Avenue #155 Employment rate: Full-time Work schedule: Monday-Friday and every second Saturday - 10:00-18:00
Position purpose The Head of Body and Paint Shop is responsible for the overall management of the body and paint direction at the dealer/importer's center, technical results, operational efficiency, quality, profitability, and development.
The body and paint direction includes the full cycle of repairing damage to vehicles received as a result of road accidents, including: - Damage assessment and repair cost estimation - MET - mechanical, electrical, and upholstery (disassembly/assembly) works - Body geometry inspection and restoration - Tinning works - Surface preparation works - Painting works - Vehicle detailing and cosmetic preparation - polishing - Protective films and related visual services - Vehicle and interior washing and/or chemical cleaning - Final vehicle preparation and quality control
The role requires strong technical experience in the automotive industry, combined with team management and operational leadership skills. A successful candidate must have a detailed understanding of repair methodologies and technical processes, be able to question/verify technical solutions when necessary, identify root causes of quality problems, and lead and develop a diverse team of technical specialists.
Key responsibilities - Operational management of the department: coordination of the body and paint, MET, detailing, and preparatory sectors, ensuring smooth workflow. Ensuring effective transfer between stages: damage assessment → disassembly → parts → body → tinning → MET → preparation → painting → assembly → detailing → quality control → issuance. Setting target indicators for productivity and repair cycle time. - Technical leadership: methodological supervision of vehicle restoration and painting processes, strict adherence to manufacturer/brand standards. - Quality control: implementation of quality standards, ensuring a culture of "Fix it Right the First Time," and minimizing defects/repeat visits. - Damage assessment & cost estimation: controlling the accuracy and technical feasibility of assessments, effective cooperation with insurance companies. - Team management & development: leading, motivating, evaluating, and training technical personnel. - KPI & efficiency: managing repair cycle time, productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction (CSI) indicators.
Qualification requirements - Experience: at least 3-5 years of experience in a managerial position in an auto service/body and paint direction (preferably in an authorized service center or with premium brands). - Technical knowledge: in-depth knowledge of body repair, tinning, MET, painting, detailing, and modern technologies (ADAS, aluminum/HSS, PPF, EV/Hybrid). - Skills: strong leadership and organizational skills, ability to optimize processes and eliminate root causes of problems. - Education: higher technical/automotive education will be considered an advantage.
To get detailed information about the vacancy and to send your resume, please visit the following link: https://hel-ai.com/apply/5ejpY9fb
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