Bodyshop Administrator Details:
Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours a week)
Location: Hyde, Greater Manchester
*Kerridge / DMS experience highly advantageous*
We are currently recruiting for an organised and proactive Bodyshop Administrator to join a busy, modern accident repair centre.
This is a key support role within the Bodyshop, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of workshop operations through accurate administration, job tracking, and financial processing. You will work closely with the Bodyshop Manager and workshop team to help maximise productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
The ideal candidate will be detail-driven, highly organised, and confident working in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities for a Bodyshop Administrator
·Create and process invoices for all completed repair jobs accurately and efficiently
·Raise and manage job cards using Bodyshop management systems (e.g. Kerridge / DMS)
·Update repair progress and ensure all jobs are tracked correctly through the system
·Review daily/weekly status reports to ensure no outstanding or incomplete jobs
·Support the Bodyshop Manager with administrative and reporting tasks
·Maintain accurate records in line with company processes and audit requirements
·Liaise with workshop, parts, and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth workflow
·Assist with customer updates and documentation where required
·Ensure all data is inputted correctly to support profitability and performance tracking
Skills & Qualifications
·Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within a Bodyshop or automotive environment
·Experience using Kerridge or similar Dealer Management Systems (DMS) highly desirable
·Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and workshop software systems
·Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
·High attention to detail and accuracy
·Strong communication skills and team-oriented approach
·Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
If you think you are a good fit for this Bodyshop Administrator role, please contact Chris @ AutoSkills UK and state reference job number 53929.
Don't worry if your CV is out of date - get in touch and we can work that out later.
AutoSkills UK is a leading specialist in automotive recruitment, providing both temporary and permanent staffing solutions from skilled trades through to senior management. We are always looking to connect with experienced professionals across the Bodyshop sector, including:
Paint Sprayers, Preppers, Panel Beaters, MET Technicians / Strip Fitters, Vehicle Damage Assessors, Bodyshop Quality Controllers, and Bodyshop Managers
Salary description
£26000.00 - £32000.00 per year