Senior Bodyshop Supervisor

Kenect Recruitment · Bedford, East of England

Senior Bodyshop Supervisor at Kenect Recruitment, based in Bedford, East of England. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Bedford, East of England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
10 Nov 2026

Reference https://www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/job/senior-bodyshop-supervisor-85437/

About the role

Kenect Recruitment are currently hiring for an Senior Bodyshop Supervisor in the Thurleigh, MK44 area, this is a permanent position from day one.

Overview

Hours: 40 hours per week on a flexible 5-out-of-7 shift pattern.

Supporting site operations between 6:00am and 9:00pm Monday to Friday, and 6:00am to 5:00pm on Saturdays.

Responsibilities

  • Leading and supporting a team of Bodyshop operatives to deliver high-quality repairs safely and efficiently.
  • Managing workflow, workshop loading and vehicle throughput to ensure work is completed on time.
  • Monitoring productivity, quality and WIP performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
  • Driving a positive, high-performance culture focused on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Ensuring all repairs meet company and customer quality standards.
  • Managing staffing levels, training requirements and day-to-day people matters.
  • Conducting performance reviews, coaching team members and supporting colleague development.
  • Working closely with internal departments and customers to ensure effective communication throughout the repair process.
  • Maintaining compliance with all Health & Safety policies, procedures and regulations.
  • Supporting operational requirements through a flexible shift pattern, including Saturday working on a rota basis.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

  • Previous supervisory or management experience within a Bodyshop, accident repair, automotive workshop or similar environment.
  • Strong understanding of Bodyshop operations and repair processes.
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams in a performance-driven environment.
  • Experience managing productivity, workflow and operational KPIs.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to build effective relationships across departments and with customers.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-moving environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering excellent service.
  • Self-motivated, proactive and solutions-focused approach.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Interested? Please click ‘APPLY NOW’ for your CV to be forwarded to us for consideration and one of our recruitment consultants will be in touch!

Reference: https://www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/job/senior-bodyshop-supervisor-85437/ · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 10 Nov 2026 · Listed via Kenect Recruitment

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