Bodyshop General Manager

Bodyshop General Manager

Reference:
JUN

Expiry date: 09:52, Thu, 2nd Jul 2026

Location: Trafford Park

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive colleague benefits and discounts

Join the UK's largest accident repair specialist as a Bodyshop General Manager to support our existing colleagues in our bodyshop in Trafford Park. Due to an internal move, this is a great opportunity to join one of our larger bodyshops in the region. Trafford Park site is in travelling distance from major motorway networks, M60/M6 and in close proximity to the Trafford Centre with a local town centre and amenities a couple of miles away.

With an already successful established team of 35 colleagues, including 14 repair technicians, you will be at the heart of their success.

The General Manager oversees the whole site and is responsible for maximising profitability and achieving the operational business plan. The role holder must also take responsibility for effectively controlling and maintaining resources, including stocks and equipment and minimising the risk of financial loss to the company. They will be required to lead and develop their team to create a motivational working environment, aid colleague retention, encourage continuous improvement and promote enhanced performance in colleagues with the ultimate aim to achieving an outstanding customer experience.

Our General Managers are expected to be the best in the industry. Experience of a management role within a bodyshop/accident repair industry is paramount to the success of the role.

• fantastic monthly bonus schemes!
• start with 23 days annual leave, of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
• free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
• exclusive colleague-only vehicle-leasing schemes
• pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme
• A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals
• well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
• Stream App for all our colleagues – a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you’re eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!
• We’re part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland and Spain – few other businesses can offer you the volume, variety and long-term security as us;
• You’re rewarded for your part in our success – lots of customers means lots of work to share, which in turn means lots of opportunity to boost your earnings through our fantastic bonus schemes;
• We invest in you – We believe everyone should have the opportunity to better themselves and look to progress, not just within FMG RS but the wider ZIGUP business too;
• We’re growing – it’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re committed to being at the cutting edge, investing in everything from our EV capabilities, our workshops to our Training Centres;

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.