Bodyshop Manager

Steer Automotive Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Edinburgh is seeking a Bodyshop Manager to lead the site and drive exceptional performance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in automotive management and a strong focus on customer service and team development. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus performance related bonus

29 days holiday including public holidays

Enhanced parental leave

Pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive leadership.
• Strong operational management skills.
• Track record of meeting and exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Drive site performance and exceed financial targets.
• Lead and develop the team for excellence.
• Manage recruitment and staff development.
• Oversee operational efficiency and quality control.

Skills

Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent people leadership

Passionate about customer service

Job description

Edinburgh

Ref: VA3147

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Benefits

• Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
• 29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
• Pension contributions
• Enhanced parental leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• Wagestream-a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
• Talk to us about flexible working
• VIP Awards - colleague recognition scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits App - virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
• Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training - paid for by the business
• Opportunities for career progression

Bodyshop Manager - Steer Edinburgh

At Steer Edinburgh, we do things the right way - with excellence, innovation, and integrity at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Bodyshop Manager to lead our Edinburgh site, ensuring we deliver exceptional results for our customers and support the growth of our talented team.

The Role

As our Bodyshop Manager, you\'ll take full responsibility for the site\'s success - driving performance, managing operations, and leading the team to exceed expectations. You\'ll balance commercial focus with people-first leadership, creating a workplace where your team feels valued, motivated, and equipped to deliver outstanding quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive site performance to achieve and exceed financial targets.
• Lead, inspire, and develop your team, building a culture of excellence.
• Manage recruitment, retention, and staff development to maintain a strong, skilled workforce.
• Oversee workflow, quality control, and operational efficiency.
• Build lasting relationships with customers, insurers, and suppliers.
• Uphold and promote Steer Edinburgh\'s values of excellence, innovation, and integrity.

About You

• Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager or in a similar automotive leadership role.
• Strong commercial awareness and operational management skills.
• Excellent people leadership - from recruitment through to development and retention.
• A strong track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
• Passionate about customer service and consistently high-quality work.

Why Join Us?

At Steer Edinburgh, you\'ll be part of a respected and growing business that puts people at the centre of success. If you\'re a results-driven leader who thrives on delivering exceptional performance while developing your team, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us shape the future of excellence, innovation, and integrity in Edinburgh.