Assistant Bodyshop Manager – Lead Repairs & Team in Newcastle

Mesh-AI Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Assistant Bodyshop Manager to oversee daily operations of the body shop in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role combines hands-on repair work with supervisory duties, including managing a team, quality checks, and customer relations. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of automotive body repair experience. This position offers a competitive salary of £52,000 OTE, generous benefits, and a permanent full-time contract.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with structured pay scales

Generous annual leave that increases with length of service

Enhanced family leave

Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases

Eyecare vouchers

Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Flexible life assurance options

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in automotive body repair, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of body shop repair processes, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Hands-on technical expertise in body repairs to support productive responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support body shop technicians, assigning tasks and providing training.
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Oversee repair schedules, manage work orders, and ensure high-quality, on-time job completion.
• Perform quality checks and inspections to maintain service excellence.
• Communicate with customers, provide estimates, and ensure satisfaction by delivering excellent service.
• Monitor supplies, tools, and equipment, manage stock levels.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Automotive body repair

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

A leading automotive retailer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Assistant Bodyshop Manager to oversee daily operations of the body shop in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role combines hands-on repair work with supervisory duties, including managing a team, quality checks, and customer relations. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of automotive body repair experience. This position offers a competitive salary of £52,000 OTE, generous benefits, and a permanent full-time contract.