Bodyshop Manager

This candidate is an experienced Bodyshop Manager with more than 15 years working within the accident repair industry, progressing from hands-on shop floor roles into senior management positions within busy collision repair environments. Their background combines strong operational leadership with practical technical knowledge across paint, MET and body repair operations.

They have successfully managed busy bodyshop operations, overseeing workshop productivity, staffing, customer service and operational performance while maintaining strong quality standards and profitability. Their management style is highly people-focused, with a strong emphasis on building positive team culture, improving staff performance and creating efficient workshop environments that consistently hit targets.

Operationally strong and highly organised, they are experienced managing workflow, allocating repairs based on technician skill levels and overseeing vehicle progress from booking through to final quality control. Their experience also includes supplier negotiation, parts coordination, customer management, budgeting and maintaining high standards around health and safety and compliance.

A major strength is their ability to motivate and develop teams. They enjoy mentoring staff, improving morale and helping individuals reach higher performance levels while maintaining a professional and customer-focused environment. They are also confident holding production meetings, reporting to senior management and driving improvements across workshop efficiency and turnaround times.

Having worked their way up from MET and paint roles into senior management, they bring excellent all-round understanding of bodyshop operations from both technical and leadership perspectives. They are now looking for a fresh opportunity within a more positive and progressive working environment.

Key Experience & Strengths

15+ years’ accident repair industry experience
Bodyshop and production management
Workshop productivity and workflow management
Leadership and team development
Paint, MET and body repair knowledge
Customer service and client management
Quality control and final inspection processes
Supplier negotiation and parts coordination
Budget control and operational performance
Production meetings and KPI management
Health and safety compliance
Strong communication and motivational leadership
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

Bodyshop Manager role within a professional accident repair environment

Salary Expectations

£45,000+ basic salary plus bonus

Availability

Looking for a better working environment and long-term opportunity

Location

Looking for roles within up to one hour of Wigan

This candidate would be a strong addition to any accident repair centre looking for a hands-on Bodyshop Manager with excellent leadership ability, strong operational knowledge and the experience to build high-performing workshop teams.

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