Bodyshop Manager

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Llanfoist; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EV company car with free on-site EV充电

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Bupa health insurance

Workplace pension

Career progression

Staff referral scheme

Company events

On-site charging

Long-term development

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd represents a well-established accident repair group seeking a skilled Bodyshop Manager for their new site in Abergavenny. The role oversees a busy bodyshop, directing up to 20 staff and driving efficiency, profitability, and top-tier service.

Salary includes a basic up to £50,000 with on-target earnings up to £70,000, plus uncapped bonuses, an EV company car with free on-site charging, and benefits such as 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and a pension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager or in a similar senior role within an accident repair environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a large team.
• Methodical and structured approach to operational management.
• Knowledge of industry standards, processes, and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the bodyshop, ensuring productivity and profitability.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of up to 20 staff members.
• Implement and maintain strict process controls and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and industry regulations.
• Liaise effectively with insurance companies, customers, and suppliers.
• Monitor KPIs and financial targets to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
• Assist with training and development initiatives to enhance team performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

KPIs & reporting

Customer service

Education

UK driving licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established accident repair group, for the position of Bodyshop Manager at their new site in Abergavenny. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to lead a busy, high-performing bodyshop and contribute to its continued success. The Bodyshop Manager will oversee all operational aspects of the centre, managing a team of up to 20 staff members, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and high standards of service delivery.

Benefits for the successful Bodyshop Manager

• Basic salary up to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• On-target earnings of up to £70,000 per year, including a share of net-profit bonuses
• Uncapped overachievement bonus potential, increasing with consistent performance
• EV company car with free on-site charging
• 20 days holiday allowance, increasing with service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Bupa health insurance plan
• Workplace pension scheme
• Opportunity for long-term career development within a leading accident repair group
• Staff referral scheme and company events

Duties of the Bodyshop Manager

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the bodyshop, ensuring productivity and profitability
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of up to 20 staff members
• Implement and maintain strict process controls and quality standards
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and industry regulations
• Liaise effectively with insurance companies, customers, and suppliers
• Monitor KPIs and financial targets to drive continuous improvement
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service
• Assist with training and development initiatives to enhance team performance

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager or in a similar senior role within an accident repair environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a large team
• Methodical and structured approach to operational management
• Knowledge of industry standards, processes, and health and safety regulations
• Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and professional Bodyshop Manager to join a reputable company, with significant scope for career progression.