Bodyshop Manager

Zohorecruit; Hampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £60k

Bonus scheme

Annual salary review

33 days holiday incl bank

Health cash plan

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

Team events

Employee recognition

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Bodyshop Manager for our Hampton site to lead day-to-day operations, drive performance and profitability, and maintain exceptional customer service standards.

You will manage a high-performing team, optimize workshop loading, and ensure compliance with health and safety and industry standards. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and long-term career progression within a growing accident repair group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a busy accident repair centre or Bodyshop operation
• Strong knowledge of the automotive accident repair industry
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop teams
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and profitability
• Knowledge of BSI standards, compliance requirements and operational best practices
• Excellent organisational, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to drive performance whilst maintaining quality standards
• Understanding of vehicle repair processes, legislation and industry standards

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Bodyshop operation.
• Drive site performance against KPIs, productivity targets and profitability goals.
• Ensure effective workshop loading and capacity planning to maximise throughput.
• Monitor workflow efficiency and manage daily production activities.
• Review performance metrics and implement improvements.
• Ensure customer service standards and SLAs are achieved consistently.
• Handle escalated customer issues and complaints through to resolution.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources and financial performance.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training needs.
• Support employee engagement, retention and team development initiatives.
• Work with People team on recruitment and workforce planning.
• Oversee apprentice development and progression.
• Ensure Health & Safety, COSHH and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain audit standards and support accreditation requirements.
• Provide support to other group sites when required.

Job description

Hampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 23/09/2026

• Salary Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus Scheme
• City Hampton
• Province City of London
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code TW12

Job Description

Bodyshop Manager

Hampton, Greater London

Basic Salary: Up to £60,000

Car Allowance + Bonus Scheme

45 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday

Pybus Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a leading accident repair organisation for an experienced Bodyshop Manager to join their successful and growing site in Hampton.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Bodyshop Manager, General Manager, Production Manager or Workshop Manager looking to take ownership of a busy, high-performing accident repair centre. You'll be responsible for leading the entire operation, driving performance, maintaining exceptional customer service standards, and ensuring profitability across the site.

Our client is a well-established and rapidly expanding business within the accident repair sector, offering genuine long-term career progression, excellent benefits, and the chance to join a company that invests heavily in its people and facilities.

The Role

As Bodyshop Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the repair centre, ensuring productivity targets, customer satisfaction levels and financial objectives are consistently achieved.

You will lead from the front, developing a high-performing team while maintaining operational excellence across all areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Bodyshop operation.
• Drive site performance against key KPIs, productivity targets and profitability goals.
• Ensure effective workshop loading and capacity planning to maximise throughput.
• Monitor workflow efficiency and manage daily production activities.
• Review performance metrics regularly and implement improvements where required.
• Ensure customer service standards and SLAs are achieved consistently.
• Handle escalated customer issues and complaints through to successful resolution.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources and financial performance.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training and development needs.
• Support employee engagement, retention and team development initiatives.
• Work closely with the People team on recruitment and workforce planning.
• Oversee apprentice development and progression.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH and environmental regulations.
• Maintain audit standards and support BSI accreditation requirements.
• Provide support to other group sites when required.

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that continues to invest in its people, technology and facilities. If you're an experienced Bodyshop leader looking for a fresh challenge with a growing organisation where your contribution will genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

The Ideal Candidate

We are keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Previous experience managing a busy accident repair centre or Bodyshop operation
• Strong knowledge of the automotive accident repair industry
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop teams
• A strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and profitability
• Knowledge of BSI standards, compliance requirements and operational best practices
• Excellent organisational, communication and customer service skills
• The ability to drive performance whilst maintaining quality standards
• Strong understanding of vehicle repair processes, legislation and industry standards

What's On Offer?

• Package
• Basic Salary up to £60,000
• Performance Bonus Scheme
• Annual Salary Review
• 33 Days Holiday including Bank Holidays
• Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave
• Life Assurance (3x Salary)
• Employee Recognition Programmes
• Free Breakfasts and Fresh Fruit
• Regular Team Events and Celebrations
• Supportive and Collaborative Working Environment