Bodyshop Manager
Faringdon
Ref: VA2874
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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
Steer Automotive Group is a rapidly growing leader in vehicle accident repair, committed to delivering exceptional service across every touchpoint. We are now seeking a Bodyshop Manager who shares our values of excellence, innovation, and integrity to lead one of our high-performing sites.
The Role
As a Bodyshop Manager, you will be at the heart of the operation, overseeing all aspects of site performance — from people management and customer satisfaction to efficiency and financial success. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
13. Lead and motivate a skilled team of technicians, parts, and customer service professionals
14. Drive commercial performance through effective planning, forecasting, and cost control
15. Ensure repairs are completed to the highest standards, on time and to budget
16. Maintain full compliance with health and safety, quality, and customer service standards
17. Foster a positive, respectful culture that empowers individuals and promotes team success
18. Champion continuous improvement and innovation across the site
About You:
19. Proven experience in bodyshop leadership, ideally within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
20. Strong commercial acumen with a focus on KPIs, margins, and workflow optimisation
21. Inspirational people manager with the ability to coach, lead and develop teams
22. High level of integrity — you do the right thing even when no one is watching
23. Driven by targets and results, without compromising on quality or culture
24. Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills
Join a group where your leadership makes a real difference — not just to performance, but to the people who make it happen.
Apply today and steer your career in the right direction.