Bodyshop Manager

Holt Recruitment; Penrith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Bodyshop Manager to oversee operations at a busy Accident Repair Centre. This role demands a strong leader who can drive customer service, efficiency, and profitability while ensuring high-quality standards. You will manage a dedicated team, implement effective work processes, and identify training needs to foster growth. With a competitive salary package and various benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about the automotive industry and team leadership. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Internal and external training

Pension scheme

Death in service insurance

Perkbox - Access to discounts

MediCash - Free healthcare scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar managerial role is essential.
• Strong leadership skills to drive team performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage production/workshop operations for efficiency.
• Implement work processes to ensure quality and service levels.
• Conduct daily production meetings with team leaders.

Skills

Team player approach

Leadership

Customer service

Sales opportunities

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Bodyshop Manager / General Manager:

Ref - 132674

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary package
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
3. Internal and external training
4. Pension scheme and death in service insurance
5. Perkbox - Access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and rewards
6. MediCash - Free healthcare scheme
7. Permanent Vacancy

Job Overview:
Our client, a large busy Bodyshop/Accident Repair Centre in the Penrith area, is currently looking for an experienced manager to run their highly successful site.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage activities of the production/workshop operations to ensure efficient work scheduling
2. Implement/manage work processes to ensure quality/service levels meet or exceed expectations
3. Hold daily production meetings to ensure work completion targets with team leaders, parts and reception staff
4. Confirm quotes
5. Identify training and development needs and (subject to approval) implement required training and/or coaching
6. Quality Control checks before returning to the customer

Skills and Experience Required:

1. Previous experience in a similar role is required for this position
2. A team player approach is essential
3. A strong leader, who will lead their team to produce a result in terms of customer service, efficiency, and profit
4. You will have a clear understanding of modern repair processes and techniques, also an eye for driving sales opportunities combined with strong interpersonal skills

Application:
If you want to hear more about the Bodyshop Manager role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Richard on 07590309374 / [e-mail] to discuss further.