Bodyshop Manager: Lead Auto Repair Team

Arnold Clark Group; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Phone & laptop

33 days holiday

Private healthcare

Employee discounts

Pension

Training opportunities

Simplyhealth access

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group in Inverness is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Manager to oversee the smooth operation of our bodyshop and SMART repair centres. You will lead a team, manage customer interactions, and ensure high-quality repairs that meet targets.

The role requires proactive organisation, strong communication, and proven experience in the motor industry. A company car, training, and generous benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar management role in the automotive sector.
• Good computer literacy.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• A positive and proactive attitude.
• High levels of organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate staff to reach targets.
• Previous Audatex estimating experience.
• A full, clean driving licence held for a minimum of one year.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team.
• Carrying out bodyshop quality control checks.
• Carrying out updates to internal systems.
• Estimating and invoicing using Audatex.
• Motivating your team to achieve targets and maximise productivity.
• Ensuring everyone adheres to company policy and health and safety best practice.

Skills

Management experience

Automotive sector knowledge

Communication skills

Organised

Audatex estimating experience

Full driving licence

Tools

Audatex

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arnold Clark Group in Inverness is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Manager to oversee the smooth operation of our bodyshop and SMART repair centres. You will lead a team, manage customer interactions, and ensure high-quality repairs that meet targets.

The role requires proactive organisation, strong communication, and proven experience in the motor industry. A company car, training, and generous benefits accompany this position.