Bodyshop Manager

Mesh-AI Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Glasgow is seeking a Bodyshop Manager to oversee daily operations at the Glasgow Accident Repair Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising technicians, managing workflow, and ensuring high-quality repairs. Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience in automotive body repair and excellent leadership skills. The role offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and health services.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Annual leave increasing with service

Generous family leave

Discounted technology purchases

Eyecare vouchers

24/7 GP services

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Discounted gym memberships

Travel insurance

Exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support body shop technicians, assigning tasks and providing training.
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• Oversee repair schedules, manage work orders, and ensure on-time job completion.
• Communicate with customers and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Technical expertise in body repairs

Job description

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Bodyshop Manager

Glasgow Accident Repair Centre

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5.30pm

Permanent Full Time

The Bodyshop Manager oversees daily operations of the body shop, ensuring high-quality, timely, and safe repairs. This role requires supervisory responsibilities, guiding and driving the team to reach set targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support body shop technicians, assigning tasks and providing training.
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment, fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Workflow Management

• Oversee repair schedules, manage work orders, and ensure high-quality, on-time job completion.
• Perform quality checks and inspections to maintain service excellence.

Customer Relations

• Communicate with customers, provide estimates, and ensure satisfaction by delivering excellent service.

Inventory Management

• Monitor supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Manage stock levels and maintain operational readiness.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, environmental regulations, and company policies.

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.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

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