Panel Shop Manager

About Harmony Auto

Harmony Auto is one of Australia's fastest-growing automotive groups, representing leading new energy vehicle brands including BYD and DENZA. As our business continues to expand, we are establishing a new panel and paint operation at our Clayton Vehicle Preparation Centre.

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Panel Shop Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operation and help build the panel shop from the ground up.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to play a key role in establishing and developing our panel and paint operations.

Reporting to the operations leadership team, you will be responsible for managing workshop operations, building a high-performing team and ensuring vehicles are repaired safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the panel and paint workshop.
• Build, manage and develop a team of Panel Beaters, Spray Painters and other workshop staff.
• Establish efficient repair workflows, processes and quality standards.
• Allocate and monitor repair jobs to ensure timely completion.
• Monitor productivity, turnaround times, quality and workshop performance.
• Coordinate parts, equipment, suppliers and external service providers.
• Conduct quality checks and ensure repairs meet company and manufacturer standards.
• Manage workshop safety, housekeeping and compliance requirements.
• Monitor work in progress (WIP) and ensure accurate job documentation.
• Work closely with internal teams to coordinate vehicle movement and repair requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve workshop efficiency, quality and profitability.
• Support the growth and development of the panel shop as the business expands.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience managing a panel shop, body shop or automotive repair workshop.
• Strong knowledge of automotive panel beating and paint repair processes.
• Proven experience leading and developing workshop teams.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple repair jobs and competing priorities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A hands-on and proactive approach to workshop management.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Highly Regarded

• Experience in a dealership, smash repair or vehicle preparation environment.
• Experience working with EVs or new energy vehicles.
• Experience establishing or developing a new workshop operation.
• Knowledge of insurance repair processes and industry standards.
• Relevant automotive trade qualifications.

What We Offer

• $110,000–$130,000 + superannuation, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to build and lead a new panel and paint operation from the ground up.
• Work alongside a growing team across BYD and DENZA operations.
• Career development opportunities within Harmony Auto.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work with leading new energy vehicle brands.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Panel Shop Manager looking for an opportunity to build something new and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.