Bodyshop Manager

Free Spirits; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Bodyshop Manager to lead a high-performing team in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. In this role, you will oversee the entire Bodyshop operation, ensuring exceptional quality standards and workflow efficiency. With a focus on leadership and team motivation, you will drive productivity and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading accident repair groups and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork and success.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Health & wellbeing benefits

Exclusive perks & discounts

Enhanced family-friendly pay

Fun work culture with team events

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a managerial role in an Accident Repair Centre.
• Strong leadership skills and a keen eye for quality control.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the entire Bodyshop operation and ensuring workflow efficiency.
• Conducting quality control checks and reporting on productivity.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Quality Control

Team Motivation

Problem Solving

Education

Experience in Accident Repair Centre

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Join to apply for the Bodyshop Manager role at FreeSpirits.

We are looking for a Bodyshop Manager to join a UK wide Accident repair company.

Are you ready to take the wheel and lead a high-performing Bodyshop in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility?

Are you a dynamic, results-driven Bodyshop Manager?

• Salary up to £77,500 OTE
• Monday to Friday 07:00 - 17:00; Every other Saturday (dependant on business needs)
• 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Health & wellbeing benefits: Employee Programme, Virtual GP, Life Insurance
• Exclusive perks & discounts: Gym, retail, restaurant, discounted insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly pay: Maternity, paternity, and more
• Fun & engaging work culture: Free fruit, pizza days, team events & recognition rewards

Join one of the UK’s leading accident repair groups as they launch a brand-new state-of-the-art repair centre in Newport.

Your day-to-day will involve overseeing the entire Bodyshop operation: setting repair targets, ensuring workflow efficiency, maintaining high safety standards, and conducting quality control checks to ensure every vehicle meets our exceptional standards.

You will be the key point of contact for both your team and senior management, reporting on productivity and ensuring repairs are completed on time and to the highest standard.

To excel in this role, you will need strong leadership skills, a keen eye for quality control, and the ability to motivate a team in a fast-paced environment. With at least two years of experience in an Accident Repair Centre as a Manager, Senior, or Team Leader, you should bring a proactive mindset, the ability to stay ahead of potential challenges, and a passion for teamwork and productivity.

A full UK driving licence is essential, along with the confidence to drive efficiency, maintain compliance with health & safety regulations, and lead your team to success.

Bodyshop Manager: The key responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the Bodyshop team to deliver exceptional results
• Ensuring efficiency by setting completion dates in line with targets
• Maintaining a safe working environment, enforcing H&S and PPE compliance
• Conducting quality checks to maintain high repair standards
• Reporting daily to the Regional Manager on performance and productivity

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE TODAY and a member of the team will be in touch.

Suitable for: Body Shop Manager, Collision Centre Manager, Accident Repair Centre Manager, Automotive Repair Manager, Vehicle Repair Manager.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Vehicle Repair and Maintenance