Bodyshop Manager

Auto Skills UK; Cannock; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £50,000

Mon-Fri 08:00–17:00

40-hour working week

Modern accident repair centre

Ongoing training & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Cannock is seeking an Experienced Bodyshop Manager to lead a busy accident repair centre. You will drive day-to-day operations, ensure outstanding customer satisfaction, and develop your team to meet performance targets.

This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive £50,000 salary (dependent on experience), a Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 pattern, and ongoing training within a modern facility.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an accident repair centre or bodyshop team.
• Strong knowledge of accident repair processes and insurance repair procedures.
• Proven ability to manage workshop performance, productivity, quality standards and KPI delivery.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operation of the bodyshop for maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Motivate and develop Workshop Controllers, Vehicle Damage Assessors, Technicians and support staff.
• Monitor KPIs, productivity and repair quality to meet targets.
• Build relationships with customers, insurers, manufacturers and suppliers while delivering excellent service.
• Ensure repairs follow manufacturer repair methods and company procedures.
• Maintain health and safety compliance and a safe working environment.
• Oversee workflow planning, resource allocation and throughput to optimise performance.
• Drive continuous improvement while maintaining profitability and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Budgeting

KPI delivery

Planning

Problem solving

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

EXPERIENCED BODYSHOP MANAGER
Location: Cannock
Salary: £50,000 Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00
LOOKING FOR A ROLE WHERE YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS ARE RECOGNISED, YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL IS REWARDED, AND YOUR CAREER CAN CONTINUE TO PROGRESS?

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Manager looking to lead a successful accident repair centre, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a progressive business where your leadership, operational expertise, and customer-focused approach will be genuinely valued. Offering a competitive salary of £50,000 depending on experience, you'll be joining a company that recognises and rewards strong performance.

Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working pattern, allowing you to focus on leading a high-performing team within a modern, well-equipped accident repair centre. This is your opportunity to develop your career with a business committed to investing in its people, promoting from within, and delivering industry-leading standards.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - £50,000 Depending on Experience
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern (08:00am - 5:00pm)
• 40-Hour Working Week
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• Modern Accident Repair Centre
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Bodyshop Manager, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of a busy accident repair centre, ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and exceptional repair quality. You will oversee workshop performance while developing and motivating your team to consistently achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operation of the bodyshop, ensuring maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Manage, motivate, and develop Workshop Controllers, Vehicle Damage Assessors, Technicians, and support staff.
• Monitor workshop performance, KPIs, productivity, and repair quality to achieve operational targets.
• Build strong relationships with customers, insurers, manufacturers, and suppliers while delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ensure all repairs are completed in line with manufacturer repair methods, company procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety legislation and ensure a safe, professional working environment.
• Oversee workflow planning, resource allocation, and vehicle throughput to maximise operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining profitability and outstanding customer satisfaction.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced, commercially aware Bodyshop Manager with a proven background in leading successful accident repair centres. You'll be a confident leader with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering operational excellence.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Bodyshop Manager, Accident Repair Centre Manager, or Workshop Manager within an automotive bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of accident repair processes, manufacturer repair methods, and insurance repair procedures.
• Experience managing workshop performance, productivity, quality standards, and KPI delivery.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Strong customer service and relationship management abilities.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and operational performance.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Alternative Job Titles
Bodyshop Manager Accident Repair Centre Manager Workshop Manager Bodyshop Operations Manager Bodyshop General Manager Collision Centre Manager Repair Centre Manager Bodyshop Production Manager Automotive Bodyshop Manager

Contact - Job Reference - 54420