Bodyshop Workshop Manager

Pybus Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Bodyshop Workshop Manager in Croydon, responsible for overseeing the operations of a busy accident repair bodyshop. The role involves managing a team, ensuring quality and safety in repairs, and maintaining efficiency. Strong experience in bodyshop management and excellent customer service skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus bonus, with further benefits including pension contributions and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus

Pension contributions

Health cash plan

Ongoing training

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar bodyshop workshop management or supervisory role.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the bodyshop workshop.
• Lead and mentor a team of technicians.
• Maintain high standards of quality and safety.

Skills

Workshop management

Team leadership

Technical knowledge of automotive repairs

Problem-solving

Customer service

Job description

Job Title: Bodyshop Workshop Manager

Location: Croydon, CR0

Salary: Up to £50,000 + Bonus

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
• Pension contributions
• Health cash plan
• Ongoing training provided
• Opportunities for career progression due to ongoing business growth

Role is working Monday to Friday and normal daytime hours (no weekends)

Our client is one of the largest independent Accident Repair Groups in the UK and is an award‑winning company with over 30 years of knowledge and expertise within the vehicle body repair sector. Having originated in the Midlands, the business is expanding rapidly through organic growth and acquisition throughout the UK.

They are dynamic in their approach and geared to completing outstanding repairs, by combining the latest techniques and most effective technology with delivering excellent customer service. They ensure that our customers are at the heart of what we do.

Whether it is minor car park damage or a road traffic accident our client's 195 repair centres provide a range of services that use modern repair methods to put your vehicle back to its pre‑accident condition, ensuring we repair every vehicle with utmost pride and care.

They are now looking for a Bodyshop Workshop Manager for their Accident Repair Bodyshop in Croydon.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the bodyshop workshop, ensuring maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Lead and mentor a team of technicians, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Maintain high standards of quality and safety in all repair processes.
• Ensure jobs are completed on time and to the satisfaction of our customers.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to drive performance and meet business targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar bodyshop workshop management or supervisory role.
• Experience working in the automotive accident repair industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of automotive repairs and diagnostics.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining high‑quality standards.

Key Requirements

• Plan your workload effectively to ensure vehicle are ready to agreed timescale
• Work skillfully and safely under pressure
• Carry out work in accordance with manufacturers specification
• Work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative with minimal supervision
• Be flexible in your approach
• Ensure that all tasks carried out follow Health and Safety Procedures

To apply for this exciting role, please submit your full CV in the strictest of confident to Jonathan Sweasey at Pybus Recruitment