Bodyshop Manager

Tru Talent; Upper Poppleton; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Bonus structure

And more

Job summary

Tru Talent in York is seeking a strategic and hands-on Bodyshop Manager to oversee a high-performing accident repair centre in North Yorkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, customer-focused business that values operational excellence and staff development.

Lead revenue initiatives across labour, parts, paint, and materials, maintain margins, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive customer service across locations while building strong insurer and fleet

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing accident repair centres or automotive bodyshops.
• Strong leadership and operational management across multiple sites or large-volume operations.
• In-depth knowledge of bodyshop repair processes, estimating, paint, and panel operations.
• Experience in budget management, P&L oversight, KPI tracking, and health & safety compliance.
• Confidence in managing diverse teams including technicians, estimators, and admin staff.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using Audatex or similar estimating systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational processes to maximise revenue across labour, parts, paint, and materials.
• Maintain profit margins and ROI by managing resources, stock, and financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, internal policies, and manufacturer standards.
• Drive exceptional levels of customer service across all locations.
• Create competitive pricing strategies and monitor performance through labour rates and discounts.
• Lead monthly team meetings to improve staff engagement, training, and productivity.
• Oversee quality control, audits, and ensure efficient site operations.
• Implement strategies for business growth and long-term success.
• Maintain strong relationships with insurers, fleet clients, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Bodyshop management

Multi-site leadership

Estimating & paint

Budget & KPI oversight

Team leadership

Customer service

Audatex

Tools

Audatex

Job description

Bodyshop Manager

Location: York

Annual Salary: Up to £90k

Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

Benefits

• 30 days holiday
• achievable bonus structure
• and more

We're looking for a strategic and hands‑onGeneral Bodyshop Manager / Operations Manager / General Bodyshop Manager to oversee a high-performing accident repair centre in North Yorkshire.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, customer-focused business that values operational excellence and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational processes to maximise revenue across labour, parts, paint, and materials
• Maintain profit margins and ROI by managing resources, stock, and financial controls
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, internal policies, and manufacturer standards
• Drive exceptional levels of customer service across all locations
• Create competitive pricing strategies and monitor performance through labour rates and discounts
• Lead monthly team meetings to improve staff engagement, training, and productivity
• Oversee quality control, audits, and ensure efficient site operations
• Implement strategies for business growth and long-term success
• Maintain strong relationships with insurers, fleet clients, and internal stakeholders

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing accident repair centres or automotive bodyshops
• Strong leadership and operational management skills across multiple sites or large-volume operations
• In-depth knowledge of bodyshop repair processes, estimating, paint, and panel operations
• Experience in budget management, P&L oversight, KPI tracking, and health & safety compliance
• Confidence in managing diverse teams including technicians, estimators, and admin staff
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities
• Experience using Audatex or similar estimating systems preferred

If you're a results‑driven Bodyshop Manager / Regional Operations Manager / Accident Repair General Manager looking to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to lead a team with purpose and make a lasting impact.