Bodyshop Manager

Bodyshop ManagerPeterborough £55,000 Basic Salary + Up to 10% Bonus (OTE £60,500)Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30 pm(some flexibility available) Lead One of the UK's Largest Automotive Vehicle Preparation BodyshopsAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bodyshop Manager to lead a high-volume, state-of-the-art Bodyshop within one of the UK's leading vehicle preparation operations. Managing a department of up to 150 employees, you'll be responsible for driving productivity, quality, safety and operational performance while developing a positive, high-performing culture. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading large teams to deliver outstanding results. This opportunity would suit an experienced Bodyshop Manager or an ambitious senior leader from a vehicle preparation, refurbishment or de-fleet operation looking to take on a larger, more complex site. The RoleAs Bodyshop Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the department, ensuring vehicles are repaired and prepared efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading, motivating and developing a team of up to 150 employees. • Delivering productivity, quality and operational performance targets. • Managing workflow to maximise efficiency and ensure vehicles are completed right first time. • Driving continuous improvement through lean repair principles and best practice. • Creating a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture. • Ensuring all Health & Safety policies and procedures are fully adhered to. • Working closely with the senior leadership team to achieve site objectives. • Managing resources, staffing levels and departmental performance. • Maintaining exceptional standards of housekeeping, organisation and operational excellence. About YouWe're looking for a proven automotive leader who has successfully managed high-volume Bodyshop or vehicle preparation operations. You'll ideally have: • Previous experience as a Bodyshop Manager, Senior Production Manager or similar leadership role. • Experience managing large teams within a Bodyshop, vehicle preparation, refurbishment or de-fleet environment. • A strong track record of improving productivity, quality and operational performance. • Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills. • Knowledge of lean repair methods and continuous improvement principles. • Strong organisational and communication skills. • A full UK driving licence. What's on Offer • £55,000 Basic Salary. • Up to 10% annual bonus (OTE £60,500). • Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. • Some flexibility around working hours. • Modern, state-of-the-art Bodyshop with significant investment. • Genuine long-term career progression. • The opportunity to lead one of the largest automotive vehicle preparation Bodyshops in the region. If you're an experienced Bodyshop Manager or a senior leader from a vehicle preparation or de-fleet background looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Command Recruitment for a confidential discussion.