Bodyshop Manager

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based accident repair group is seeking a Bodyshop Manager for their Bristol location. The role focuses on the effective management of the workshop while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include team management, scheduling, and maintaining repair standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, be proficient in technology, and have a good understanding of repair processes. Attractive benefits and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Accredited Living Wage Employer

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Cycle scheme and gym discounts

Life and health insurance

Paid breaks and 25 days holiday

Pension contributions

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proficient in IT and technology.
• Strong understanding of repair processes.
• A cooperative team player who values understanding and supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team is ready to begin work at 7am, including opening the workshop.
• Hold daily morning meetings with the team.
• Oversee the correct use of equipment, uniforms and tools.
• Discuss vehicle status with the Regional Manager.
• Update CJS to provide customers with repair progress.
• Order parts for upcoming vehicles in advance.
• Manage the work volume for vehicles due in.
• Ensure all vehicles have a complete and accurate job pack.
• Monitor and manage stock levels.
• Maintain quality control of repairs.

Skills

Self-motivated

Confident communicator

Proficient in IT

Understanding of repair processes

Team player

Job description

Bodyshop Manager

Job Advert

Salary

£57,500 - £77,900 OTE with a company EV Vehicle
£60,000 - £80,400 OTE without a company EV Vehicle
Note that BIK (benefit in kind tax) is paid on all company vehicles from your gross salary.

Hours

50 hours per week including paid breaks, 7am-5pm Monday to Friday

Company

Halo ARC Newport – the UK‑based accident repair group with 37 centres across the UK. Halo has partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) in Germany, providing a platform for excellent training, development and employee packages.

Role Overview

The Bodyshop Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the workshop while maintaining Halo’s quality, customer service and speed of repairs. You will report to and work closely with the Regional Manager, working efficiently in a modern fast‑paced clean environment, collaborating as a team player and consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team is ready to begin work at 7am, including opening the workshop and turning on all equipment.
• Hold daily morning meetings with the team to delegate tasks, communicate the day’s targets and address any issues.
• Oversee the correct use of equipment, uniforms and tools to support staff well‑being.
• Discuss vehicle status and potential challenges with the Regional Manager, including vehicles on‑site and those due in.
• Update CJS to provide customers with accurate repair progress updates.
• Order parts for upcoming vehicles at least three business days in advance.
• Manage the work volume for vehicles due in and currently on‑site.
• Ensure all vehicles have 10‑stage repair images for a complete and accurate job pack.
• Monitor and manage wet and dry stock levels.
• Maintain quality control of repairs throughout each stage of the process.

Qualifications

• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic and highly organised with a strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proficient in IT and technology.
• Strong understanding of repair processes.
• A cooperative team player who values understanding and supporting others.

Our Values

• Be Proud – take pride in your work and celebrate your successes, big or small.
• Keep It Simple – simple solutions are harder to find than complex ones, but consistency and simplicity matter most.
• Do the Right Thing – if it feels right in your heart, do it. If it doesn’t, then don’t.

Benefits

• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme and gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
• Life and health insurance
• VirtualGP
• Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
• Free fruit and pizza
• Refer a friend bonus incentive
• Employee recognition rewards and team event budget
• Discounted LV insurance
• Paid breaks and 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• Pension contributions and modern clean working environment
• Opportunities for career progression and we are always open to hearing what our people want!

Equality Statement

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. We are an inclusive workplace, where staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves.

Contact

To discuss this position or any of our positions in more detail feel free to contact our recruitment team via [e-mail] or call 01243 546185. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.