At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to achieve outstanding results in a fast-paced bodyshop environment.
- Company: Join Steer Automotive Group, where excellence and innovation drive our success.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, performance bonuses, flexible working, and 29 days holiday.
- Other info: Access ongoing training and career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading a passionate team and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in automotive leadership with strong people management skills.
The predicted salary is between 24960 - 27500 £ per year.
Milton Keynes Ref: VA3928
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
- 29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
- Pension contributions
- Enhanced parental leave
- Enhanced sick pay
- Stream - a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
- Talk to us about flexible working
- VIP Awards - colleague recognition scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Benefits App - virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
- Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
- Opportunities for career progression
At Steer Automotive Group, we believe in doing things the right way – with excellence, innovation, and integrity at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for an experienced and driven Bodyshop Manager to lead one of our sites to success, ensuring we deliver exceptional results for our customers and our team.
The Role
As our Bodyshop Manager, you will take full ownership of the site’s performance – leading the team to hit and exceed budget, delivering outstanding quality, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. You’ll combine commercial awareness with people-focused leadership, keeping your site fully staffed with engaged, motivated team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive site performance to meet and exceed financial targets.
- Lead, inspire, and develop the team, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Manage recruitment and retention to ensure consistent staffing levels.
- Oversee workflow, quality control, and operational efficiency.
- Build strong relationships with customers, insurers, and suppliers.
- Uphold and promote Steer Automotive Group’s values of excellence, innovation, and integrity.
About You
- Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager or in a similar automotive leadership role.
- Strong commercial and operational management skills.
- Excellent people management abilities – from recruitment to ongoing development.
- A track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
- A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and quality work.
If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives on delivering exceptional performance while supporting and developing your team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us drive excellence, innovation, and integrity across Steer Automotive Group.
Bodyshop Manager in Milton Keynes employer: Steer Automotive Group
At Steer Automotive Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and a range of benefits including enhanced parental leave and a unique Financial Wellbeing app for ultimate pay control. Our vibrant work culture fosters excellence and innovation, with ample opportunities for career progression through our Steer Academy, ensuring that our Bodyshop Manager can lead a motivated team while enjoying a supportive environment in Milton Keynes.
