Bodyshop General Manager

autoskills-uk; Acton; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Bodyshop General Manager for its Park Royal site. The role is full-time with a basic salary of £60,000+ depending on experience, and overall responsibility for day‑to‑day performance of the automotive accident repair operation.

You will lead a team, drive productivity and ensure repair quality and excellent customer service while maintaining health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Bodyshop General Manager or senior accident repair management role.
• Strong understanding of bodyshop operations and workshop workflow.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage priorities and monitor performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operation of the bodyshop.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team across functions.
• Monitor workflow, repair progress and workshop productivity.
• Maintain high standards of repair quality and customer service.
• Manage priorities and efficient use of labour and resources.
• Review business performance and work towards targets.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Operational performance

Communication

Problem solving

Health & safety

Strategic planning

Education

Relevant management training / qualification in automotive accident repair

Job description

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm

Are you an experienced Bodyshop General Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity in Park Royal? This full-time, permanent position offers a basic salary of £60,000+, depending on experience, and the opportunity to take responsibility for the day-to-day performance of an automotive accident repair operation.

If you have a strong background in bodyshop management, team leadership and operational performance, this role could be an excellent opportunity to use your experience to drive productivity, maintain repair quality and deliver high standards of customer service.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• £60,000+ basic salary, depending on experience.
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern.
• Working hours of 8:00am - 5:30pm.
• Opportunity to lead and manage a bodyshop operation.
• A senior position combining team leadership, operational management and performance oversight.

THE ROLE

As Bodyshop General Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the bodyshop, ensuring the team works efficiently and repairs are completed to the required standards. You'll manage operational priorities, support team performance and help maintain a productive, quality-focused working environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the overall day-to-day operation of the bodyshop.
• Leading, motivating and developing the team across relevant functions.
• Monitoring workflow, repair progress and workshop productivity.
• Maintaining high standards of repair quality and customer service.
• Managing operational priorities and supporting the efficient use of labour and resources.
• Reviewing business performance and working towards operational targets.
• Ensuring health and safety procedures and appropriate working practices are followed.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and overall performance.

ABOUT YOU

• Relevant management training or a recognised qualification in automotive accident repair, bodyshop operations or a related discipline, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Proven experience in a Bodyshop General Manager, Bodyshop Manager or senior accident repair management role.
• Strong understanding of bodyshop operations, repair processes and workshop workflow.
• Experience leading teams, managing priorities and monitoring operational performance.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to focus on productivity, quality and business objectives.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Organised, proactive and committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer service.

Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment.