Bodyshop Manager (Multi-Site)

Salary/rate:£46,000 – £60,000
Type of work desired:Permanent
Desired work region:Greater Manchester
Relocation possible:No
Reason for leaving:Looking for a new Challenge
References on file:7515
Sector:Bodyshop Manager
Post Date:January 30, 2026
Ref:7515
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Bodyshop Manager (Multi-Site)

This candidate is a highly experienced Bodyshop Manager with a strong multi-site background, having responsibility for the operational and commercial performance of several bodyshops across the North West. They bring a hands-on leadership style, having progressed from the shop floor, and combine technical understanding with commercial control and people management.

They have overseen multiple sites simultaneously, taking ownership of KPIs including key-to-key times, labour sales, parts performance, margins and CSI. Through close monitoring and clear reporting, they ensure each site meets group targets while maintaining consistent repair quality and customer experience.

A confident and motivational leader, they have a proven record of mentoring Bodyshop Managers and wider teams, driving engagement, accountability and performance. Commercially astute, they understand profit generation, cost control and stock management, and have successfully implemented process improvements to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction in competitive markets.

Key Experience & Strengths

Multi-site Bodyshop Manager experience
Oversight of four bodyshop locations
KPI management including key-to-key, labour sales, parts sales and CSI
Strong leadership, coaching and team development capability
Commercial awareness with focus on profit, cost control and stock
Operational planning and performance monitoring
Sales and business development within competitive regions
Proven customer satisfaction and CSI improvement
Stable career history within the automotive sector
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

Bodyshop Manager role
Multi-site or senior bodyshop leadership position

Salary Expectations

£46,000 – £60,000

Availability

4-week notice period

Location

Open to roles within a 60-minute commute of Manchester

This candidate would be a strong appointment for a repair group or dealer organisation seeking a commercially focused, people-led Bodyshop Manager who can drive performance across multiple sites while maintaining high operational and customer service standards.

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Parts / Service Advisor

£27,000 – £30,000
Automotive parts identification and ordering Supporting workshop technicians with parts supply Front counter, email and telephone customer enquiries Service desk support and customer liaison Experience using Kerridge and electronic parts catalogues Pre-picking service parts for scheduled work Vehicle health checks and workshop coordination Stock control, deliveries and back order management Strong customer service and communication skills Experience working to dealership KPIs and targets Full UK driving licence

Service Advisor

£35,000 - £40,000
Service advisor and service team leadership Customer service and front-of-house aftersales management Upselling additional work, repairs and service plans Monitoring service department KPIs and operational performance Customer satisfaction management and CSI performance Workshop coordination and job scheduling Handling customer queries and complaint resolution Strong communication with technicians and workshop teams Stable automotive career background Full UK driving licence

Technician

£40,000
Advanced vehicle diagnostics and fault finding Jaguar Land Rover diagnostic systems including Topix Cloud, SDD and Pathfinder Electric and hybrid vehicle system knowledge Routine servicing and mechanical repairs Electrical and mechanical fault diagnosis Experience liaising with workshop teams and service advisors Strong attention to detail and methodical problem solving Ongoing technical training and development Ambition to progress towards Workshop Control Full UK driving licence

Technician & MOT Tester

£33,000 - £35,000
NVQ Level 1, 2 & 3 qualified Vehicle Technician Class 4 MOT Tester Light vehicle servicing and mechanical repairs MOT preparation and compliance Brake systems and routine maintenance Main dealer experience including VW Group and BMW Agency-based flexible workshop support Workshop workflow support and allocation experience Customer interaction and front-of-house exposure Full UK driving licence