Centre Manager

Smart AVR Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART AVR, part of AMA Group, is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead our Smithfield operation and drive strong operational, commercial and customer outcomes. You will oversee day-to-day operations, interpret P&L and budgets, and build relationships with insurers and repair partners to grow the business while maintaining safety and quality standards.

This commercially minded leader will develop the team, pursue new service opportunities, and ensure exceptional customer service in a

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in automotive or related sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with budgets and P&L reporting.
• Proactive business development and relationship management.
• Effective people leadership and stakeholder communication.
• Results-driven with focus on growth, safety, quality, and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Oversee day-to-day operations at the Smithfield site.
• Monitor performance against budgets and KPIs.
• Review P&L reports to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive revenue through customer relationships and business development.
• Build partnerships with insurers, repair shops, dealerships and industry stakeholders.
• Identify new work opportunities and expand services.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and operational efficiency.
• Deliver safety, quality and compliance outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Business development

Job description

SMART AVR, part of AMA Group, provides advanced vehicle diagnostics, ADAS calibration, electronic programming, auto-electrical services and technical repair solutions.

We’re looking for an experienced Centre Manager to lead our Smithfield operation and drive strong operational, commercial and customer outcomes.

This role would suit a commercially minded leader who understands financial performance, can interpret a P&L, and is confident building relationships to create new opportunities.

Whether your background is in automotive, collision repair, diagnostics, mechanical services or a related industry, we’re looking for someone who knows how to lead people and run a successful business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing a high-performing team
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Nerang site
• Monitoring performance against budgets and financial targets
• Reviewing and interpreting P&L reports to identify opportunities for improvement
• Driving revenue growth through customer relationships and business development activities
• Building strong partnerships with insurers, repair businesses, dealerships and industry stakeholders
• Identifying new work opportunities and expanding service offerings
• Ensuring exceptional customer service and operational efficiency
• Delivering strong safety, quality and compliance outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Leadership experience in automotive, collision repair, mechanical, technical services or a related industry
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience with budgets, KPIs and P&L reporting
• A proactive approach to business development and relationship management
• Strong people leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• A results-driven mindset with a focus on growth, safety, quality and continuous improvement

Why Join SMART AVR?

• Use and grow your technical knowledge in a leadership role
• Work with advanced vehicle technology, diagnostics, programming and ADAS
• Gain exposure to a wide range of vehicle makes, models and complex technical issues
• Access ongoing training and professional development
• Be part of a national automotive technical support team where your expertise is valued
• Flexible working arrangements can be discussed as part of the recruitment process