Bodyshop Manager Job in Riyadh

A leading company, which maintains confidentiality until advanced stages of the recruitment process, is inviting applications for the position of Bodyshop Manager in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role presents a distinguished leadership opportunity for seasoned professionals with extensive experience in managing auto body repair and painting workshops, within the vibrant and evolving Saudi market for automotive after-sales services.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The Bodyshop Manager will bear the overall responsibility for the efficient and profitable management and operation of the auto body repair facility. Key responsibilities include:

• Full Operational Oversight: Direct management of all daily workshop operations, including vehicle intake, damage assessment, body repairs, painting (refinishing) work, final quality inspection, and vehicle delivery to customers.
• Technical Leadership & Team Management: Leading and guiding a technical team comprising body and paint technicians. Responsible for their training, skill development, and ensuring their adherence to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring all repairs are executed according to vehicle manufacturer specifications and the highest professional standards, to achieve complete customer satisfaction and maintain the workshop's reputation.
• Resource & Inventory Management: Overseeing inventory of spare parts, raw materials (like paint and chemicals), and equipment. Ensuring part availability while controlling costs and minimizing waste.
• Customer Service & Relations: Directly interacting with customers, understanding their requirements, providing accurate estimates, explaining repair processes, and ensuring an exceptional customer service experience to foster loyalty and reputation.
• Financial & Administrative Duties: Contributing to budgeting, monitoring revenue and expenses, and improving profitability. Preparing administrative reports on workshop performance, productivity, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the workshop's compliance with all local health and safety regulations, and environmental regulations related to chemical waste disposal.

Requirements and Qualifications

To be a successful candidate for this leadership role, you should meet the following criteria:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent extensive proven practical experience may be considered.
• Practical Experience: Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in auto body repair and painting, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role (as Workshop Manager or Senior Foreman).
• In-Depth Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of modern auto body repair processes (including aluminum frames and EVs), paint systems, and the use of advanced measuring and repair equipment.
• Leadership & Managerial Skills: Proven ability to lead, motivate a technical team, manage conflicts, and implement training and development programs.
• Financial & Commercial Acumen: Basic understanding of cost control, pricing, and interpreting financial reports to make decisions that enhance workshop profitability.
• Communication & Language Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Arabic is essential. Knowledge of the English language is a strong advantage.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel), and workshop management software (if applicable).

Benefits and Perks

This position in Riyadh offers a stimulating and competitive work environment, with a benefits package commensurate with prevailing standards in the Saudi job market, which may include (subject to company policy):

• Competitive and attractive salary.
• Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and family.
• Housing and transportation allowance.
• Paid annual leave.
• Annual round-trip air tickets.
• Opportunities for career development and training.

How to Apply

Applications for this position are to be submitted via the Naukrigulf online job portal specialized in Gulf region recruitment. Please search for the job listing titled "Bodyshop Manager jobs in Confidential Company in Riyadh - Saudi Arabia" on the mentioned platform.

Interested applicants are advised to prepare an updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English (an Arabic version is preferred), highlighting relevant work experience and quantitative achievements in previous roles (e.g., improving productivity, reducing costs, customer satisfaction metrics). Ensure your contact information is clearly stated.

The recruiting company handles all applications with strict confidentiality and encourages all qualified candidates who meet the above requirements to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of interviews.