Bodyshop Manager

ABL 1 Touch Group Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension plan

Career growth

Mental Health support

Cycle to Work

Refer a Friend £1,000

Job summary

ABL 1 Touch Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the Production Workshop and drive high standards in a vehicle restoration environment. You will oversee daily site operations, ensure performance targets are met, and maintain a safe, efficient, and customer-focused workplace.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a background in automotive repair, and a commitment to excellence. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, career growth, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a bodyshop or automotive environment.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Customer-focused with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive productivity and team performance.
• Lead by example to uphold health, safety and quality standards.
• Manage daily operations and ensure policies are followed.
• Support and develop the team to achieve excellence.
• Maintain clear communication with the Production Director.
• Keep the workshop well-organised, compliant and customer-focused.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and experienced Site Manager to lead our expert team and deliver outstanding results in vehicle restoration.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus performance bonuses
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Length of service awards
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Healthcare Cash Plan – including discounts on gym memberships, retail, travel and more
• Celebration Day to mark your personal milestones
• Company pension plan
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!)
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme (earn £1,000 for referring people to join the team)

Since 1994, ABL 1 Touch has been a market-leading vehicle repair business, working in partnership with insurance companies. We pride ourselves not only on the quality of our work but also on providing excellent customer service.

As a Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of our Production Workshop. You'll oversee site operations, ensure performance targets are met, and maintain a safe, efficient, and high-quality working environment.

Responsibilities of a Site Manager will include:

• Driving productivity and team performance
• Leading by example to ensure health, safety, and quality standards are upheld
• Managing daily operations and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Supporting, guiding, and developing your team to achieve excellence
• Maintaining clear and consistent communication with the Production Director
• Ensuring the workshop remains well-organised, compliant, and customer-focused

Skills and experience required as a Site Manager:

We're seeking a hands-on leader with a strong background in automotive repair and a passion for high standards. You'll bring:

• 5+ years of experience in a bodyshop or automotive environment
• Proven people management and leadership skills
• Expertise in modern repair techniques and quality assurance
• A customer-focused mindset with strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

Joining our team at ABL1 Touch means becoming part of a dynamic organisation that values its employees and provides opportunities for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

ABL 1 Touch are committed to growing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive work environment. Our goal is to develop inclusive work activities and projects that bring together people with different experiences and backgrounds. Through this we aim to make sure everyone can be at their best at work.

We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [e-mail]