Bodyshop Manager


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£50,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Preston, PR1 8SN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Aug 2026
Closing date:	27 Sept 2026

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Summary

We are representing a reputable accident repair centre in Preston, seeking an experienced Bodyshop Manager to lead their busy workshop. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional with management experience in a fast-paced environment to oversee daily operations, optimise performance, and ensure high standards of customer service and quality. The role of Bodyshop Manager offers a chance to join a well-established business committed to vehicle repair excellence.

Benefits of a Bodyshop Manager:

- Competitive salary package, negotiable based on experience

- Company pension scheme

- Free onsite parking

- Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team of technicians and supervisors

- Be part of a business passionate about vehicle repair standards and customer satisfaction

- Engage in operational improvements and continuous service enhancements

Duties of a Bodyshop Manager:

- Lead the daily operations of a high-volume accident repair workshop

- Drive workshop productivity, efficiency, and quality standards

- Support and manage the Workshop Controller and departmental supervisors

- Oversee workflow to ensure smooth progression through all repair stages

- Maintain high standards to reduce rework and claims

- Conduct regular production meetings and resolve operational issues promptly

- Motivate, develop, and manage the performance of workshop staff

- Collaborate with departments including estimating, parts, and quality control

- Monitor key performance indicators and identify areas for continuous improvement

- Ensure timely completion of repairs and fulfilment of customer commitments

- Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and ongoing enhancement

Requirements of a Bodyshop Manager:

- Previous management experience within a busy bodyshop or accident repair environment

- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills

- Proven ability to improve workshop efficiency and productivity

- Good understanding of modern vehicle repair methods and processes

- Ability to make confident decisions and solve problems under pressure

- Passion for delivering high-quality repairs and outstanding customer service

- ATA accreditation or experience in a manufacturer-approved repair centre is advantageous but not essential

If you are ready to take on a new challenge as a Bodyshop Manager and want to be part of a reputable accident repair centre, we invite you to find out more about this fantastic Bodyshop Manager opportunity.

Contact Paul Martin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Preston and Lancashire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,800 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.

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