Assistant Bodyshop Manager

Assistant Bodyshop Manager 

Location: Staffordshire

Annual Salary: Up to £46,000 (Including bonus)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week

Extras: 30 days holiday, bonus scheme, career development opportunities, and more

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Bodyshop Manager to join a state-of-the-art Accident Repair Centre in Staffordshire. This site is part of a larger, award-winning group renowned for its investment in cutting-edge repair technology, premium facilities, and exceptional customer service standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and employee development, this is the ideal opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Bodyshop Manager looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking accident repair business.

Key Responsibilities of an Assistant Bodyshop Manager:

• Support the Bodyshop Manager in the day-to-day running of the accident repair centre
• Have knowledge of Vehicle Damage Assessing
• Assist in leading and motivating workshop, paint, MET, and front-of-house teams to achieve operational targets
• Ensure repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and to manufacturer and company standards
• Monitor workshop productivity, quality, and profitability, taking corrective action where required
• Help manage vehicle workflow, repair progress, and resource allocation to maximise efficiency
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers, insurers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Support recruitment, training, and development of bodyshop personnel
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Assist in achieving key performance indicators relating to productivity, cycle time, quality, and profitability

Qualifications and Skills for an Assistant Bodyshop Manager:

• Proven experience within an Accident Repair Centre in a supervisory, team leader, workshop controller, or management position
• Strong understanding of bodyshop operations, repair processes, and manufacturer repair standards
• Experience managing teams and driving performance within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Strong communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to effectively prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Commercial awareness with a focus on efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction
• Competent IT skills and experience using bodyshop management systems

Desirable

• ATA accreditation or relevant automotive qualifications as a Vehicle Damage Assessor
• IMI, NVQ, or SVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant automotive discipline
• Previous experience in an Assistant Bodyshop Manager role
• Full UK driving licence

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