Bodyshop Manager

Auto Skills UK; Harrow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Harrow is seeking a Bodyshop Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of a busy accident repair centre. You will lead a team of technicians, drive productivity and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role offers a strong basic salary and a generous OTE, with a Monday–Friday pattern from 7am to 5pm, providing long-term career development within a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of modern accident repair processes and Bodyshop operations.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage performance and profitability.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation and workflow of the Bodyshop to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of technicians and Bodyshop staff.
• Monitor performance, productivity, quality, and financial targets.
• Manage repair volumes and resources to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain relationships with customers, insurers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer standards, quality procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational performance and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a professional, safe and well-organised working environment.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Commercial awareness

Organisation

Job description

BODYSHOP MANAGER

Location: Harrow

Salary: £60,000 - £86,400 OTE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for a Bodyshop Manager role where your leadership is recognised, your earning potential is exceptional, and you can take control of a successful repair operation?

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Manager ready for your next career move, this is an excellent opportunity to take responsibility for the day-to-day performance of a professional accident repair centre. With an OTE of up to £86,400 and a strong basic salary of £60,000, this role offers significant earning potential for an experienced manager who can drive performance, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Working Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm, you'll benefit from a consistent working pattern while leading an experienced Bodyshop team. If you're looking for a management position offering strong financial rewards, long-term stability, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on workshop performance, this could be the ideal next step.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Basic Salary of £60,000
• OTE of up to £86,400
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 7am - 5pm working hours
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Professional Bodyshop working environment
• Strong earning potential
• Long-term career development opportunities

THE ROLE

As a Bodyshop Manager, you'll be responsible for the overall day-to-day operation of the Bodyshop, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, profitably, safely, and to the highest possible standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the daily operation and workflow of the Bodyshop to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of technicians and Bodyshop staff.
• Monitoring performance, productivity, quality, and financial targets.
• Managing repair volumes and resources to ensure vehicles are completed within agreed timescales.
• Maintaining strong relationships with customers, insurers, suppliers, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensuring repairs meet manufacturer standards, quality procedures, and health and safety requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to improve operational performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Taking overall responsibility for maintaining a professional, safe, and well-organised working environment.

ABOUT YOU

This opportunity would suit an experienced Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager / Bodyshop General Manager / Repair Centre Manager with a proven track record of managing a busy repair operation.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience managing a professional Bodyshop or accident repair centre.
• Strong knowledge of modern accident repair processes and Bodyshop operations.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage performance and profitability.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to improving productivity, quality, and customer service.
• A full UK driving licence.