Admin Operations Manager - Auto Body Repair Centre - Sandton

SUMMARY:
Admin Operations Manager – Auto Body Repair Centre - Gauteng, Northern Suburbs – Sandton
 
#DriveYourCareerForward as a workshop & office admin Operations Manager

 Our client, a well approved and highly accredited autobody repair centre, is seeking a hands-on, results driven Hybrid Operations Manager to lead their back office and workshop administrative operations.

This role focuses on leading and motivating a high-performing team, overseeing financial management, HR procedures and processes, ensuring SLA compliance, and liaising with insurance companies and OEMs to ensure the centre operates smoothly and efficiently.

Remuneration
R55 000 – R 60 000 Gross salary p.m. Negotiable depending on experience - Benefits including Provident Fund, UIF

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

• Oversee and manage the entire back office, including workshop administrators and office staff.
• Handle HR responsibilities: recruitment, performance management, staff motivation, and training initiatives.
• Manage financial processes, budgeting, and cost control for the centre.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with SLAs for insurance companies and OEMs.
• Conduct audits and reporting for insurance and OEM requirements.
• Develop and implement administrative processes and procedures to ensure efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurance partners, OEMs, and other stakeholders.
• Support the foreman and workshop team through administrative and operational guidance.
• Prepare operational and financial reports, monitor KPIs, and drive performance improvements.

• Matric or equivalent.
• Clean Criminal record.
• Experience within operations management within an auto body or automotive workshop environment.
• Proven experience in HR, financial management, and administrative oversight within an auto body or automotive environment.
• Strong understanding of SLAs, insurance processes, and OEM requirements.
• Excellent leadership, motivation, and team management skills.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to implement processes, audits, and reporting systems effectively.
• Stable, professional, and reliable with excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of workshop processes, quality standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and supplier relationships effectively.
• Valid driver’s license – not endorsed and own transport advantageous.