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Brand Statement

Rev Up Your Career at CARSTAR Fort McMurray in Fort McMurray, Alberta!

Join a team where progress isn't just a goal, it's the culture we live and breathe. As part of a family-owned and operated automotive group, CARSTAR Fort McMurray embraces Kaizen -'continuous improvement'- as the driving force behind how we operate. We are always evolving to deliver an exceptional experience for our customers, strengthen opportunities for our employees, and support the communities in which we work.

At CARSTAR Fort McMurray, you'll step into a fastpaced, forwardthinking environment where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work fuels a culture of excellence. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to accelerate your career, this is the place for you.

Start your engine - your next great opportunity begins here!

As part of the Kaizen Automotive Group, CARSTAR Fort McMurray is proud to be able to empower our associates with a supportive workplace and access to the benefits they need along their professional journey to feel happy, healthy and valued. FullTime employees enjoy a robust benefits package, including:

Competitive Compensation Dental & Extended Health Coverage Company Pension Paid Time Off Life & Disability Insurance Employee & Family Assistance Programs Vehicle Purchase & Service Discounts Paid Professional Development CompanyWide Appreciation Events And SO MUCH MORE!

Overview

Position Summary 

The Collision Centre Supervisor (Working) leads by example on the shop floor, combining hands-on collision repair with day-to-day production leadership, quality control, and team support. You will be responsible for dispatching work, supporting repair planning and blueprinting, performing complex repairs, and executing quality inspections, while working closely with estimators, parts, paint, and production teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Responsibilities and QualificationsWhat You Will Be Doing

• Leading daily shop operations and dispatching work based on technician skills and shop capacity
• Performing advanced auto body repairs including structural, cosmetic, and fit & finish work
• Supporting blueprinting, teardown, and damage analysis
• Monitoring cycle time, touch time, on-time delivery, and repair quality (KPIs)
• Conducting stage-gate quality inspections (post teardown, pre-paint, final delivery)
• Ensuring all repairs meet OEM repair procedures and certification standards
• Coaching and mentoring technicians to improve efficiency, safety, and first-time quality
• Coordinating with estimators, parts, and paint teams to minimize delays
• Managing supplements, repair documentation, and estimating systems (CCC, Mitchell, Audatex)
• Overseeing equipment readiness including welders, frame machines, and ADAS tools
• Coordinating sublets such as alignments, glass, and ADAS calibrations
• Maintaining a safe work environment, including PPE compliance and shop standards
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements (lean, 5S, continuous improvement)

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in collision repair / auto body / body shop environments
• Experience as a Lead Technician, Auto Body Supervisor, or Shop Foreman is an asset
• Strong knowledge of collision repair, structural repairs, welding, refinishing, and OEM procedures
• Experience with blueprinting, repair planning, and quality control processes
• Familiarity with estimating platforms such as CCC, Mitchell, or Audatex
• Ability to lead, coach, and support a team in a fast-paced collision centre
• Strong problem-solving, organization, and communication skills
• Working knowledge of shop safety, compliance, and hazardous materials handling
• ICAR / I-CAR certifications, Red Seal (310B), or OEM certifications are considered assets
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

INDCFO

Auto Body Technician, AutoBody, Collision Tech, Red Seal, 310B, Body Man, Bodyman, Lead Technician, Shop Supervisor, Body Shop Supervisor, Collision Centre Supervisor, Auto Body Shop Lead, Collision Repair, Collision Center, Body Shop, BodyShop, Refinishing, ICAR, I-CAR, ADAS, OEM Repair, Blueprinting, Production, Automotive Repair

Posted Salary RangeCAD $90,000.00 - CAD $120,000.00 /Yr.Employment Type: FULL_TIME