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Chatham
Ref: VA4133
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Benefits
Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
Pension contributions
Enhanced parental leave
Enhanced sick pay
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VIP Awards - colleague recognition scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits App - virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
Opportunities for career progression
The Role
As our Bodyshop Manager, you will take full ownership of the site’s performance – leading the team to hit and exceed budget, delivering outstanding quality, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. You’ll combine commercial awareness with people-focused leadership, keeping your site fully staffed with engaged, motivated team members.
Responsibilities
Drive site performance to meet and exceed financial targets.
Lead, inspire, and develop the team, fostering a culture of excellence.
Manage recruitment and retention to ensure consistent staffing levels.
Oversee workflow, quality control, and operational efficiency.
Build strong relationships with customers, insurers, and suppliers.
Uphold and promote Steer Automotive Group’s values of excellence, innovation, and integrity.
About You
Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager or in a similar automotive leadership role.
Experience in vehicle damage assessing, and producing accurate estimates.
Strong commercial and operational management skills.
Excellent people management abilities – from recruitment to ongoing development.
A track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and quality work.
If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives on delivering exceptional performance while supporting and developing your team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us drive excellence, innovation, and integrity across Steer Automotive Group.