Bodyshop Manager – Independent Accident Repair Centre

Bodyshop Manager – Independent Accident Repair Centre

Full-Time 45000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) On-site
JB Motors Bodyshop

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and manage an independent accident repair centre with autonomy and growth opportunities.
  • Company: Established independent accident repair centre with exciting new investment phase.
  • Benefits: Up to £45,000 salary, uncapped bonuses, flexible hours, and 28 days leave.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and enjoy genuine flexibility in your role.
  • Why this job: Take charge of a growing business and make impactful decisions.
  • Qualifications: Experience in automotive body repair and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.

  • Bodyshop Manager – South Gloucestershire
  • Hours

Flexible Monday–Friday, generally between 7am and 5pm. Occasional Saturday mornings (up to 5 hours per month).

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Bodyshop Manager or ambitious Supervisor ready to take the next step in their career.

This is an opportunity to take control of an established independent accident repair centre entering an exciting new phase of growth and investment.

Reporting directly to the business owner, you’ll have genuine autonomy to manage and develop the operation, supported by an experienced team of 4–5 productive staff.

We’re looking for someone who wants to run the business as though it were their own, and be financially rewarded for its success.

  • Your Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily operations, workflow and workshop productivity.
  • Lead, motivate and develop the existing team.
  • Manage estimating, job costing, repair authorisations and quality control.
  • Monitor efficiency, costs and profitability.
  • Develop customer relationships and identify opportunities for business growth.
  • Implement improvements to systems, processes and overall performance.

About You

  • Experienced within the automotive body repair industry.
  • Management, supervisory or bodyshop control experience.
  • Strong commercial awareness and organisational skills.
  • Confident decision-maker with excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Good understanding of estimating, repair processes and profitability.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Experience with Audatex or similar estimating systems would be advantageous.
  • What We’re Offering
  • Up to £45,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
  • Uncapped performance bonus linked to business profitability.
  • Genuine working flexibility to balance business and personal commitments.
  • Autonomy and independence to make decisions and implement your ideas.
  • 28 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Opportunity to play a key role in an ambitious, growing business.

Bodyshop Manager – Independent Accident Repair Centre employer: JB Motors Bodyshop

JB Motors Bodyshop provides a supportive work culture that encourages employees to manage operations as if they were their own. The company offers competitive salaries and flexible working hours, making it an attractive place for career growth.

JB Motors Bodyshop

Contact Details:

JB Motors Bodyshop Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Bodyshop Manager – Independent Accident Repair Centre

Bodyshop Management
Team Leadership
Workflow Management
Estimating Skills
Job Costing
Quality Control
Commercial Awareness