My client, a leading HGV Dealer and Service Centre, is in need of a Bodyshop Manager to come in a lead a highly skilled team in their centre based in Naas, Co. Kildare.
Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for quality workmanship, exceptional organisation, and team development? My client is looking for an experienced Bodyshop Manager to lead their high-performing team within a busy HGV dealership and service facility.
My client offers a competitive salary and benefits package as well as opportunities for further investment and training and the opportunity to lead in a growing, industry-respected company.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, reputable organisation specialising in HGV Sales, Distribution, and Repairs. If you’ve got the technical know-how, leadership ability, and customer-focused mindset – please reach out today.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Bodyshop, including repair and paint teams.
- Schedule, delegate, and oversee repair, prep, and paint work – ensuring high quality and efficiency.
- Project manage new and used vehicle sales prep, ensuring all customisation/specification work is delivered on time.
- Monitor vehicle flow using the Bodyshop planner to maintain a full and efficient workload pipeline.
- Drive sales growth through customer relationships and targeted marketing of services.
- Maintain exceptional customer service standards and communicate clearly with the sales team on vehicle status.
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety, legal, and environmental standards.
- Manage financials including budgeting, estimating, invoicing, and tracking performance metrics.
- Order parts, manage inventory, and maintain equipment to ensure continued workshop productivity.
- Train, mentor, and develop team members – identifying training needs and monitoring performance.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Proven experience in a Bodyshop or Workshop Manager role (HGV/Commercial vehicle experience highly preferred).
- At least 10 years' post-apprenticeship experience in vehicle repair and refinishing.
- Strong leadership and team management skills – able to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable.
- Excellent knowledge of vehicle repair processes, parts ordering, and quality control.
- High attention to detail with a passion for delivering exceptional results.
- Confident using workshop software systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- HGV and PSV licenses are an advantage but not essential.
If you feel that you fulfil the above requirements please apply today with your CV. If you have any further queries please contact Rachael Pando of FRS Recruitment.
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