Panel Shop Manager | Audi Alto Artarmon

Alto Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Modern facilities

Manufacturer support

Job summary

Alto Body Shop in Artarmon, NSW, is seeking an experienced Panel Shop Manager to lead a state-of-the-art repair centre on Sydney's North Shore. Reporting to the General Manager, you will oversee day-to-day leadership and performance, ensuring operational excellence, quality, and profitability.

You will manage workflow, mentor a team of skilled technicians, and build strong relationships with insurers and manufacturers while upholding OEM repair standards and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Panel Shop Manager, Production Manager or Senior Workshop Management role.
• Strong collision repair industry knowledge and technical expertise.
• Experience working within OEM‑approved repair environments.
• Proven ability to manage workflow, productivity and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage all workshop operations, workflow and production schedules.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of panel beaters, painters, estimators and support staff.
• Ensure repairs comply with OEM repair methods and manufacturer standards.
• Drive productivity, efficiency and workshop performance.

Skills

Leadership

Panel Shop Management

Collision Repair Knowledge

Estimating

Stakeholder Management

Team Mentoring

Job description

Lead one of Sydney's premier OEM-approved collision repair facilities.

Alto Body Shop is seeking an experienced and driven Panel Shop Manager to lead our state‑of‑the‑art repair centre located at Audi Alto Artarmon on Sydney's North Shore.

As an OEM‑approved repairer for Audi, Volkswagen, CUPRA, Škoda, Jaguar, Land Rover and Genesis, we pride ourselves on delivering manufacturer‑compliant repairs, outstanding customer service, and industry‑leading workmanship.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate collision repair professional to take ownership of a high‑performing workshop within the respected Alto Group.

Panel Shop Manager
Alto Body Shop | Artarmon, NSW

Lead one of Sydney's premier OEM-approved collision repair facilities.

Alto Body Shop is seeking an experienced and driven Panel Shop Manager to lead our state‑of‑the‑art repair centre located at Audi Alto Artarmon on Sydney's North Shore.

As an OEM‑approved repairer for Audi, Volkswagen, CUPRA, Škoda, Jaguar, Land Rover and Genesis, we pride ourselves on delivering manufacturer‑compliant repairs, outstanding customer service, and industry‑leading workmanship.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate collision repair professional to take ownership of a high‑performing workshop within the respected Alto Group.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day leadership and performance of the panel shop, ensuring operational excellence, productivity, quality standards, and profitability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all workshop operations, workflow and production schedules

• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of panel beaters, painters, estimators and support staff

• Ensuring repairs are completed in accordance with OEM repair methods and manufacturer standards

• Driving productivity, efficiency and workshop performance

• Monitoring work quality and maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction outcomes

• Building strong relationships with insurers, assessors, manufacturers and internal stakeholders

• Managing workshop KPIs, budgets and profitability targets

• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and industry best practices

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Previous experience in a Panel Shop Manager, Production Manager or Senior Workshop Management role

• Strong collision repair industry knowledge and technical expertise

• Experience working within OEM‑approved repair environments

• Excellent leadership and people management skills

• Solid understanding of estimating, workshop systems and repair processes

• Proven ability to manage workflow, productivity and profitability

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• A commitment to quality workmanship and customer service excellence

• Current driver's licence

Why Join Alto Body Shop?

• Work with a respected and growing automotive group

• Lead a modern OEM‑approved repair facility

• Represent premium automotive brands including Audi, Jaguar, Land Rover and Genesis

• Supportive leadership team and strong organisational backing

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives

• Career growth opportunities within the Alto Group

• Modern facilities, equipment and manufacturer support