Bodyshop Manager

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; Nether Poppleton; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accident repair group is seeking a Bodyshop Manager for their new hub in York. The role involves ensuring smooth operations, managing a dedicated team, and maintaining high standards of customer service. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational and communication skills, with a solid understanding of repair processes. Attractive compensation package includes salary up to £88,900 OTE, along with comprehensive benefits and a modern working environment.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Cycle scheme

Gym discounts

Retail and restaurant discount

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Enhanced family friendly pay

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Pension contributions

Modern working environment

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proficient in IT and technology.
• Strong understanding of repair processes.
• Cooperative team player who values supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure team readiness and equipment setup at 7am.
• Hold daily meetings to delegate tasks and address issues.
• Oversee correct use of equipment for staff wellbeing.
• Discuss vehicle status and challenges with the Regional Manager.
• Update CJS for accurate repair progress.
• Order parts for upcoming vehicles in advance.
• Manage vehicle work volume effectively.
• Ensure accurate job pack with repair images.
• Monitor wet and dry stock levels.
• Maintain quality control throughout the repair process.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organised

Confident communication

Proficient in IT

Understanding of repair processes

Team player

Job description

Overview

Bodyshop Manager – Halo ARC York. Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group with 36 established centres and growing. This is our BRAND-NEW Accident Repair Hub in York (37th site). The Bodyshop Manager ensures the smooth running of the workshop, maintains Halo’s quality and customer service, supports staff wellbeing, and collaborates with the Regional Manager to meet deadlines in a modern, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team is ready to begin work at 7am, including opening the workshop and turning on all equipment.
• Hold daily morning meetings with the team to delegate tasks, communicate targets, and address issues.
• Oversee the correct use of equipment, uniforms, and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Discuss vehicle status and potential challenges with the Regional Manager, including vehicles on-site and those 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.

Salary and Hours

Salary: £62,500 - £88,900 OTE with a company EV Vehicle; £65,000 - £91,400 OTE without a company EV Vehicle. Note that BIK (benefit in kind tax) is paid on all company vehicles from your gross salary.

Hours: 50 hours per week including paid breaks, 7am-5pm Monday to Friday.

Values and Benefits

• Be Proud – take pride in your work and celebrate successes.
• Keep It Simple – simple solutions matter most.
• Do the Right Thing – act with integrity.
• And most importantly, always be extraordinary.
• 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
• Discounted LV insurance
• Paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• Pension contributions
• Modern and 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 and can be themselves.

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

We are partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) and operate across the UK and Europe to deliver training, development and employee packages.