Bodyshop Manager

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accredited Living Wage Employer

Health Insurance

Pension contributions

Cycle scheme

Gym discounts

Discounts on retail/restaurants

Life Insurance

VirtualGP

Paid breaks

Job summary

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd in Cardiff is seeking a Bodyshop Manager to ensure the workshop runs smoothly, upholds Halo's quality, customer service and repair speed.

You will lead a team, run opening shifts from 7am, hold daily briefings, and coordinate with the Regional Manager on on-site vehicles and those due in.

This role rewards proactive teamwork, strong IT skills, and a collaborative approach to maintaining high standards across every stage of the repair process.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and highly organised with attention to detail.
• Confident communicator who collaborates effectively.
• Proficient in IT and technology used in the workshop.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team starts work at 7am and the workshop is opened with all equipment on.
• Hold daily morning meetings to delegate tasks and set targets.
• Oversee the correct use of equipment, uniforms and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Discuss vehicle status with the Regional Manager and coordinate on-site and incoming work.
• Provide customers with accurate repair progress updates in CJS.
• Order parts at least 3 business days in advance for upcoming vehicles.
• Manage workload for vehicles due in and on-site.
• Ensure 10-stage repair images are captured for every job pack.
• Monitor wet and dry stock levels and maintain stock control.
• Maintain quality control throughout each stage of repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT proficiency

Team player

Tools

CJS system

Equipment operation

Job description

We are looking for a Bodyshop Manager to join our Accident Repair Centre in Cardiff. The Bodyshop Manager plays a pivotal role ensuring the smooth running of the workshop, whilst maintaining Halo's quality, customer service and speed of repairs. They will report to and work closely with the Regional Manager. You will work efficiently in a modern fast‑paced clean environment, collaborating as a team player and consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Take a look at what you will be doing here!

The role will include, but is not limited to the following tasks:

• 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 3 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.

Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and highly organised with a strong attention to detail.

Key attributes:

• 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.

Halo is the industry leading UK‑based accident repair group, with 38 established accident repair centres across the UK and we are still growing.

Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, who are the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an unrivalled platform and the resource for excellent training, development and employee packages!

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.

And most importantly, always be extraordinary.

Benefits and Perks:

• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme
• Gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• VirtualGP
• Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
• Free fruit and pizza
• Employee recognition rewards
• Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
• Discounted LV insurance
• Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• We invest in YOU with opportunities for career progression
• Pension contributions
• Work within a modern and clean working environment
• And we are always open to hearing what our people want!

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.