Bodyshop Manager

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accident repair group in the UK seeks a Bodyshop Manager to oversee workshop operations, support staff welfare, and ensure quality repairs. The successful candidate will coordinate daily activities, manage parts ordering, and ensure effective communication within the team. Strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of repair processes are essential. This role offers various employee benefits, a clean working environment, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Accredited Living Wage Employer

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Cycle scheme

Gym discounts

Retail and restaurant discount

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

VirtualGP

Enhanced family-friendly pay

Career progression opportunities

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Experience in managing repair processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team is ready to begin work at 7am.
• Hold daily morning meetings to delegate tasks.
• Oversee correct use of equipment and tools.

Skills

Self-motivated

Confident communicator

Proficient in IT and technology

Understanding of repair processes

Cooperative team player

Job description

Overview

Bodyshop Manager at Halo ARC Chandlers Ford. Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group with 35 centres across the UK and growing. The Bodyshop Manager ensures the smooth running of the workshop, supports staff welfare, and maintains Halo’s quality, customer service and speed of repairs. You will report to and work closely with the Regional Manager 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 equipment.
• Hold daily morning meetings to delegate tasks, communicate targets, and address 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 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 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.

What are we looking for?

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and highly organised with 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.

And most importantly, always be extraordinary.

Benefits

• 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
• Refer a friend bonus incentive
• Employee recognition rewards
• Team Event Budget (do something fun together)
• Discounted LV insurance
• Paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension contributions
• Modern, clean working environment
• Open to hearing what our people want

Equality and Contact

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We are an inclusive workplace where staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves.

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