Bodyshop Manager

Bodyshop Manager

Dorchester

Salary: -55,000 Basic OTE -80,000+

• Monthly Car Allowance, Monday to Friday, BSI Approved,
• Lead a Successful, Profitable Accident Repair Centre
• Enhanced Sick pay, Private Dental and Healthcare vouchers montjly

Clear Automotive Recruitment Solutions is recruiting an experienced Bodyshop Manager for a highly successful and profitable accident repair business in Dorchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manager with estimating experience to take ownership of a well-established, high-performing site and drive continued success.

The Role

As the Bodyshop Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance and profitability of the site, leading a team of skilled technicians and support staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a team of Paint Sprayers, Panel Beaters, MET Technicians, Estimator and Administration staff
• Overseeing all site operations including productivity, profitability and customer service
• Carrying out estimating duties and vehicle damage assessments
• Managing Health & Safety compliance
• Monitoring KPIs, Key-to-Key performance and CSI targets
• Conducting daily production meetings
• Managing work provider and supplier relationships
• Handling customer escalations and ensuring exceptional service standards
• Supporting recruitment, training and team development
• Driving site efficiency and operational performance

Requirements

• Previous Bodyshop Management experience within the accident repair industry
• Strong understanding of vehicle repair processes and insurance claims procedures
• Estimating / VDA experience essential
• Experience managing a BSI approved bodyshop environment
• Strong commercial awareness and leadership skills
• Familiarity with Audatex and Autoflow systems would be advantageous

Apply Today

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Rochelle - Clear Automotive Recruitment Solutions
Tel: (phone number removed)

We also recruit candidates with the following skill sets: Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Bodyshop MET, Bodyshop Mechanic, Vehicle Painter, Vehicle Paint Sprayer, Vehicle Prepper, Paint Prepper, Bodyshop Technicians, Accident repair, Vehicle body repair, coach builder, VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Bodyshop Estimator, Production Manager, Vehicle Technician, Workshop Controller, Bodyshop Controller, SMART Repairer and Bodyshop Manager, Regional and General Manager, Service Advisor, Service Manager, Parts Advisor, Parts Manager and more.

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