Bodyshop Chargehand

Arnold Clark Coachbuilders is seeking an experienced and motivated Vehicle Bodyshop Chargehand to join our team in East Kilbride.

This is a hands-on role combining panel beating and paint operations with workshop supervision and estimating responsibilities. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of the bodyshop, ensure repairs are completed to the highest standard, and assist with preparing accurate repair estimates.

Benefits

• 44 hours per week
• Starting from 33 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
• Salary review twice per year
• Excellent opportunities to continue training and career progression
• Generous employee discounts
• Private healthcare and sick pay cover
• Maternity and paternity packages

Working Hours

Full time: Monday – Friday 8am – 5.30pm and alternate Saturdays 8am – 12pm

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality panel repairs, preparation and paintwork as required.
• Supervise and support bodyshop technicians to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Assess vehicle damage and prepare repair estimates and job costings.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments regarding repair requirements.
• Monitor job progress and ensure repair timescales are achieved.
• Maintain quality control standards throughout the repair process.
• Assist with workshop planning and allocation of work.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater or Vehicle Painter.
• Previous supervisory, team leader or chargehand experience preferred.
• Experience preparing repair estimates using industry estimating systems.
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle repair methods and bodyshop processes.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple jobs.
• Full UK driving licence.