Bodyshop Manager

Bodyshop Manager – Peterborough

£55,000 Basic Salary + up to 10% Bonus (OTE £60,500)

Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (some flexibility available)

We are offering an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the UK’s largest automotive vehicle preparation bodyshops. In this hands‑on leadership role you will manage a department of up to 150 employees, driving productivity, quality, safety and operational performance while developing a positive, high‑performing culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of up to 150 employees
• Deliver productivity, quality and operational performance targets
• Manage workflow to maximise efficiency and ensure vehicles are completed right‑first‑time
• Drive continuous improvement through lean repair principles and best practice
• Create a positive, accountable and high‑performing team culture
• Ensure all Health & Safety policies and procedures are fully adhered to
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to achieve site objectives
• Manage resources, staffing levels and departmental performance
• Maintain exceptional standards of housekeeping, organisation and operational excellence

Qualifications

• 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 with some flexibility
• Modern, state‑of‑the‑art bodyshop with significant investment
• Genuine long‑term career progression
• Opportunity to lead one of the largest automotive vehicle preparation bodyshops in the region

If you are an experienced Bodyshop Manager or senior leader from a vehicle preparation or de‑fleet background looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.

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