Senior Auto Body Shop Manager - Lead High-Volume Repairs

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Professional development

Leadership role

Supportive management

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a Senior Automotive Body Shop Manager to lead a high-volume body shop. You will oversee estimating, repairs, scheduling, quality control and parts management while mentoring a skilled team to deliver top-quality work.

Responsibilities include insurer coordination, strict safety adherence and KPI-driven improvements. A leadership role within a respected dealership, with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits, awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in automotive body repair with 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of collision repair, frame straightening and paint systems.
• Experience with insurance claims processing and providers.
• Strong leadership, team-building and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the automotive body shop, including estimating, scheduling, quality control and parts management.
• Lead and mentor technicians and support staff to maintain high performance.
• Ensure repairs and refinishing meet manufacturer specifications and deadlines.
• Oversee accurate repair estimates and coordination with insurers and customers.
• Maintain inventory levels and manage procurement and supplier relationships.
• Enforce safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Monitor KPIs like profitability, customer satisfaction, cycle time and productivity.
• Manage customer relations and ensure a positive service experience.
• Collaborate with dealership management to align body shop goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Audatex

CCC

DMS

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a Senior Automotive Body Shop Manager to lead a high-volume body shop. You will oversee estimating, repairs, scheduling, quality control and parts management while mentoring a skilled team to deliver top-quality work.

Responsibilities include insurer coordination, strict safety adherence and KPI-driven improvements. A leadership role within a respected dealership, with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits, awaits the right candidate.