Are you an experienced automotive professional seeking a new leadership role within the motor trade? Our client, a reputable Bodyshop in Poole, is actively looking to appoint a dedicated and skilled Bodyshop Manager. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated leader to oversee daily operations, drive performance, and maintain the highest standards of vehicle repairs.

The ideal Bodyshop Manager will be responsible for managing a busy accident repair centre, ensuring efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction are prioritised at all times. If you have a proven track record in bodyshop management and are looking to progress your career within a forward-thinking organisation, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.

Benefits of the Bodyshop Manager role:

Competitive basic salary of up to £60,000 per annum
Potential OTE of £80,000 through bonuses and performance incentives
Company vehicle included
Comprehensive employee benefits package
Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
Modern, well-equipped, and clean workshop environmentDuties of the Bodyshop Manager:

Oversee daily operations of the accident repair workshop, ensuring productivity and repair quality standards are consistently met
Supervise and support the Bodyshop Workshop Controller to optimise workflow and team performance
Manage vehicle repairs from initial receipt to completion, maintaining high standards throughout the process
Conduct daily team briefings to set targets, review progress, and address operational challenges
Ensure the safe and efficient use of tools, equipment, and PPE across the workshop
Liaise with regional management to update on vehicle status, repair progress, and workshop issues
Organise parts procurement and stock levels to maintain smooth operation and optimise repair throughput
Keep detailed job packs with 10-stage repair images for each vehicle, ensuring comprehensive documentation
Uphold quality control standards across all stages of vehicle repair
Foster a positive team environment focused on achieving excellent customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and technical excellenceRequirements for the Bodyshop Manager role:

Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager or Bodyshop Workshop Controller within the motor trade
Strong leadership and organisational skills, with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills for liaising effectively with staff, management, and customers
Proficiency with repair processes, bodyshop IT systems, and workshop management software
Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and capable of motivating a team
Committed to maintaining high standards of work and safety at all timesContact Tom Wharton, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Poole and Dorset, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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