Details:
- Salary: £60,000 - 87,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Cardiff
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Bodyshop Manager
Salary: £60,000 - £87,000 OTE
Hours: 50 hours per week (including paid breaks) | Monday to Friday | 7am - 5pm
Extras: Paid breaks, 33 days holiday, great bonus structure, life insurance, and many more
Location: Cardiff
We are looking for a skilled Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager / General Manager to take full operational responsibility for a fast-paced and successful accident repair centre. This is a key leadership role, focusing on team motivation, customer satisfaction, and driving profitable performance.
This position suits someone with strong commercial awareness, technical understanding, and the ability to get the best from a team in a structured, process-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities of a Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager / General Manager:
Deliver financial results in line with budgeted targets
Lead and develop a high-performing team to meet productivity and quality goals
Control site costs, labour, and materials to maximise profitability
Manage work provider and supplier relationships to ensure seamless operations
Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, PAS125, and manufacturer repair standards
Oversee company processes, workflows, and performance management
Take ownership of the full customer journey, delivering exceptional service from booking to handover
Skills and Qualifications for a Bodyshop Manager / Accident Repair Centre Manager / General Manager:
Experience managing a successful team in a vehicle body repair or accident repair centre
Strong understanding of HR policies, team development, and recruitment
Audatex experience is desirable
Familiarity with modern bodyshop management systems (desirable)
Confident communicator with a calm, professional approach
Full UK driving licence required
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy repair environment and can lead from the front while maintaining high standards across the board.
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