Bodyshop Manager
Sunderland
Ref: VA3725
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Benefits
1. Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
2. 29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
3. Pension contributions
4. Enhanced parental leave
5. Enhanced sick pay
6. Wagestream—a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
7. Talk to us about flexible working
8. VIP Awards – colleague recognition scheme
9. Cycle to work scheme
10. Benefits App – virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
11. Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
12. Opportunities for career progression
Bodyshop Manager – Sunderland
Steer Automotive Group is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Manager to lead our busy Sunderland commercial bodyshop, working across cars and light commercial vehicles (LCV).
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Bodyshop Manager, Workshop Manager, or Accident Repair Manager to take full responsibility for site performance, operational leadership, and team development within a fast-paced environment.
Role Overview
You will oversee the day-to-day running of a high-volume accident repair centre, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and consistently high standards of repair quality and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
13. Manage all aspects of a busy automotive bodyshop operation
14. Lead, support, and develop a team of technicians, painters, and estimators
15. Drive productivity, efficiency, and workflow performance
16. Ensure repair quality meets manufacturer and insurer standards
17. Monitor KPIs, financial performance, and operational targets
18. Maintain strong relationships with customers and insurance partners
19. Oversee turnaround times and continuous process improvement
Requirements
20. Proven experience as a Bodyshop Manager / Workshop Manager / Accident Repair Manager
21. Strong background in automotive or accident repair operations
22. Experience working with cars and LCVs (essential)
23. Strong leadership and people management skills
24. Ability to perform in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
25. Commercial vehicle experience is desirable but not essential
What We Offer
26. Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
27. Career progression within a growing automotive group
28. Ongoing training and professional development
29. Supportive and structured working environment
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Bodyshop Manager in or around Sunderland we would like to hear from you.