Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager

OC Motor Repairs Ltd

Liverpool

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus incentive

Internal promotion opportunities

Lottery scheme with £1k+ monthlyjackp

Charity fundraising events

Star of the Month incentives

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Additional annual leave after 2 years

Workplace pension scheme

Annual work events (e.g., Christmas)

Free uniform

Job summary

OC Motor Repairs Ltd in Liverpool is seeking a Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager to lead a busy operation. You will oversee daily delivery, support the team and maintain high-quality repairs, standards and customer service.

The role involves managing supplier relationships, monitoring profitability, HR matters, and reporting management information. Applicants should have prior bodyshop supervision or management experience and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

Previous bodyshop supervisory or management experience
Experience with BSI
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build successful business relationships
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Clear communication skills face to face, by telephone and in writing
Strategic planning, organisation and time management skills
Strong problem-solving ability
Computer literacy with a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office
Ability to produce reports to a high standard

Responsibilities

Centre Efficiency: Oversee the efficient running of the accident repair centre
Commercial Performance: Support and sustain company profitability
Supplier Relationships: Maintain effective supplier relationships and negotiate confidently
Workshop Standards: Manage workshop discipline and maintain professional standards across the team
Work Allocation: Delegate work effectively to maintain service levels
Customer Service: Ensure customers receive an efficient and satisfactory service
HR Administration: Maintain staff records and manage HR-related matters
Target Monitoring: Actively monitor progress against targets
Management Information: Maintain daily MI figures and report issues promptly to senior management
Customer Resolution: Handle complex customer enquiries and complaints

Skills

Bodyshop management

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Strategic planning

Time management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Report writing

HR administration

Job description

Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager

Join our team at OC Motor Repairs and take the lead in a busy accident repair centre where you can make a real impact on performance, service and team success. This is a great opportunity to shape day-to-day operations, motivate a skilled team and help drive high standards across the centre.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Repair Centre Manager, Bodyshop Operations Manager, Bodyshop General Manager, Bodyshop Production Manager, Workshop Manager, Bodyshop Supervisor, Accident Repair Manager, Collision Centre Manager

Benefit from a monthly bonus incentive and career progression opportunities

SALARY: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits

LOCATION: Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:30pm

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a busy accident repair operation where high standards, customer service and commercial performance matter. The Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager will oversee daily delivery, support the team and maintain efficient, high-quality repairs.

Working with suppliers, customers and senior management, the Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager will monitor targets, profitability and management information while resolving operational issues and complaints.

The Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager will oversee workshop discipline, staff records and HR matters, helping maintain a professional and productive environment.

ABOUT US

OC Motor Repairs is an established, insurance-approved accident repair network operating across the UK. With 19 years' trading, the business has grown from a specialist repair operation into a nationwide network, investing in its people, training, technology and modern facilities along the way.

The team works with today's vehicles using EV-ready facilities and modern repair technology, covering everything from body and paintwork to ADAS calibration and four-wheel alignment. With a strong focus on quality workmanship, professional standards and continuous improvement, OC Motor Repairs offers an environment where experienced automotive professionals can make an impact and continue developing their careers.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager include:

Centre Efficiency: Oversee the efficient running of the accident repair centre
Commercial Performance: Support and sustain company profitability
Supplier Relationships: Maintain effective supplier relationships and negotiate confidently
Workshop Standards: Manage workshop discipline and maintain professional standards across the team
Work Allocation: Delegate work effectively to maintain service levels
Customer Service: Ensure customers receive an efficient and satisfactory service
HR Administration: Maintain staff records and manage HR-related matters
Target Monitoring: Actively monitor progress against targets
Management Information: Maintain daily MI figures and report issues promptly to senior management
Customer Resolution: Handle complex customer enquiries and complaints

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

Previous bodyshop supervisory or management experience
Experience with BSI
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build successful business relationships
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Clear communication skills face to face, by telephone and in writing
Strategic planning, organisation and time management skills
Strong problem-solving ability
Computer literacy with a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office
Ability to produce reports to a high standard

BENEFITS