At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-volume Bodyshop, driving productivity and quality with a large team.
- Company: One of the UK's leading vehicle preparation operations with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, up to 10% bonus, flexible hours, and career progression.
- Other info: Opportunity for genuine long-term career growth in a modern facility.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic environment and make a real impact in automotive vehicle preparation.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in managing large teams in Bodyshop or vehicle preparation.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60500 £ per year.
- £55,000 Basic Salary + Up to 10% Bonus (OTE £60,500)
- Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30 pm (some flexibility available)
- Lead One of the UK's Largest Automotive Vehicle Preparation Bodyshops
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bodyshop Manager to lead a high-volume, state-of-the-art Bodyshop within one of the UK's leading vehicle preparation operations.
Managing a department of up to 150 employees, you'll be responsible for driving productivity, quality, safety and operational performance while developing a positive, high-performing culture.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading large teams to deliver outstanding results.
This opportunity would suit an experienced Bodyshop Manager or an ambitious senior leader from a vehicle preparation, refurbishment or de-fleet operation looking to take on a larger, more complex site.
The Role
As Bodyshop Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the department, ensuring vehicles are repaired and prepared efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
Your responsibilities will include
- Leading, motivating and developing a team of up to 150 employees.
- Delivering productivity, quality and operational performance targets.
- Managing workflow to maximise efficiency and ensure vehicles are completed right first time.
- Driving continuous improvement through lean repair principles and best practice.
- Creating a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture.
- Ensuring all Health & Safety policies and procedures are fully adhered to.
- Working closely with the senior leadership team to achieve site objectives.
- Managing resources, staffing levels and departmental performance.
- Maintaining exceptional standards of housekeeping, organisation and operational excellence.
About You
We're looking for a proven automotive leader who has successfully managed high-volume Bodyshop or vehicle preparation operations.
You'll ideally have
- Previous experience as a Bodyshop Manager, Senior Production Manager or similar leadership role.
- Experience managing large teams within a Bodyshop, vehicle preparation, refurbishment or de-fleet environment.
- A strong track record of improving productivity, quality and operational performance.
- Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills.
- Knowledge of lean repair methods and continuous improvement principles.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- A full UK driving licence.
- What's on Offer
- Up to 10% annual bonus (OTE £60,500).
- Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.
- Some flexibility around working hours.
- Modern, state-of-the-art Bodyshop with significant investment.
- Genuine long-term career progression.
- The opportunity to lead one of the largest automotive vehicle preparation Bodyshops in the region.
If you're an experienced Bodyshop Manager or a senior leader from a vehicle preparation or de-fleet background looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
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