Bodyshop Manager

Location: Warrington Salary: Up to £45,000 a year Closing date: Friday 17 April 2026

Location: Chapelhouse Suzuki Warrington, Folly Lane, WA5 0LZ
Salary:Up to £45,000 a year
Permanent, Full-time.

Chapelhouse is a leading motor retailing group that has been in business for 35 years, with 10 branches across the North West specialising in MG, Suzuki and our new brands Omoda and Jaecoo.

This year we have been shortlisted for \’Employer of the Year\’, \’Customer Care Award\’ and \’Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Award\’ by theMotor Trader Awards and we are now looking for an enthusiastic Service Advisor to join our team.

As a company we offer a wide range ofindustry-leading benefitsfor our dedicated staff to ensure they have a good work-life balance and are well rewarded for their hard work.

What We Offer

• Up to 34 days of paid leave a year
• Company car
• Commission
• Employee of the Month scheme with prizes including holidays to the Company apartment
• Confidential Wellness Support and Medicash benefit
• Brand specific trainingManufacturing training and paid for accreditation

The Role

As Bodyshop Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the department — ensuring vehicles are repaired to the highest standards, customers receive outstanding service, and the business meets its financial targets.

• Lead and motivate a team of technicians, painters and estimators
• Manage workflow to ensure efficient, on-time repairs
• Liaise with customers and insurance companies
• Oversee estimates, costs and profitability
• Ensure manufacturer and health & safety compliance
• Drive quality standards and customer satisfaction

Role Requirements

• Previous experience in a Body Shop leadership role
• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair processes and estimating
• A customer-focused approach
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage KPIs
• Experience working with insurers and accident management companies
• ATA/VDA accreditation would be an advantage
• A full driving licence with no more than six points (due to insurance purposes)
• Up-to-date knowledge of vehicle legislation, consumer legislation and trade practices.
• Technical and engineering qualifications.

Experience

• Bodyshop: 2 years (required)
• Driving Licence (preferred)
• Right to work in the UK required

If you\’re an experienced professional looking to join a growing, forward-thinking motor group, we\’d love to hear from you — apply today.

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