Bodyshop Manager

Clear Automotive Recruitment Solutions Limited; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Manager in Basingstoke to oversee daily operations. Responsibilities include managing a team of specialists, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and meeting financial and customer service targets. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in the accident repair industry and proven leadership skills. Competitive salary range of £50,000 - £75,000 plus car allowance offered.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Access to salary in advance

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the repair process and claims process.
• Strong business acumen and results-driven mindset.
• Experience in site management within the accident repair industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the on-site team of specialists.
• Oversee site management including Health and Safety and Financials.
• Effectively manage site resources and costs.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of the repair process

Proven leadership and people management skills

Strong business acumen

Experience in site management

Tools

Autoflow BMS

Audatex estimating system

Job description

Overview

Bodyshop Manager – Basingstoke

£50,000 - £75,000 + Car Allowance • Permanent position, Monday to Friday

Access up to 30% of your salary in advance every month. BS|I approved site. Leading name in the industry with a successful and high performing team.

What we are looking for

Experienced Bodyshop Manager / General Manager with knowledge of the accident repair market to join a growing repair group and oversee daily operations at a successful site. A strong bodyshop / accident repair background is essential.

The Role

Bodyshop Manager

Your role will be varied and all-encompassing with the following duties. For a full job specification please contact Clear Automotive.

• Manage the on-site team of specialists – Paint Sprayers, Panel Beaters, MET Technicians, Estimator and administrative staff
• Oversee site management including Health and Safety, Performance Management, Financials, Customer Service and target setting
• Familiarity with Autoflow BMS and Audatex estimating system (preferred)
• Lead by example and promote a positive work ethic
• Recruitment and delivery against key performance indicators with the support of the senior management team
• Ensure Key to Key and CSI targets are met or exceeded
• Provide strong leadership to direct reports and all site employees to achieve financial and operational targets
• Understand business needs, accounts, reports and KPIs
• Effectively manage site resources and costs to optimise capability and profitability
• Monitor individual productive performance to minimise non-productive time
• Establish, maintain and promote good working relations with key personnel
• Hold daily production meetings to ensure work completion targets with team leaders, parts and reception staff
• Actively manage work provider and supplier relationships
• Deal with customer issues promptly and professionally

What we are looking for: Qualifications & Skills

• Extensive knowledge of the repair process and claims process
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Strong business acumen and results-driven mindset
• Experience in site management within the accident repair industry

How to apply

If you would like to discuss the General Bodyshop Manager position in more detail, please contact Rochelle at Clear Automotive for a confidential chat.

Additional information

We also welcome candidates with the following skill sets: Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Bodyshop MET, Bodyshop Mechanic, Vehicle Painter, Vehicle Paint Sprayer, Vehicle Prepper, Paint Prepper, Bodyshop Technicians, Accident repair, Vehicle body repair, coach builder, VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Bodyshop Estimator, Production Manager, Vehicle Technician, Workshop Controller, Bodyshop Controller, SMART Repairer, Regional and General Manager, Service Advisor, Service Manager, Parts Advisor, Parts Manager and more.