Crash Repair Operations Manager

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Join Northeast Auto Group in the Paint & Panel department and play a key role in leading our growing crash repair operations. This is your opportunity to take charge of a high-performing team, drive operational excellence, and be part of a company that’s expanding fast and investing in its people.

 Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of technicians, fostering a positive work culture focused on teamwork, growth, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and insurance partners — ensuring their needs are met with exceptional service and communication.
• Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including job scheduling, resource allocation, inventory management, and financial performance to achieve weekly and monthly targets.
• Ensure all repairs are completed to the highest standards, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, manufacturer specifications, and industry best practices.
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and profitability across the site — always looking for smarter, faster, and better ways to deliver great outcomes.

About You

• Proven leadership experience in a collision or truck repair environment (minimum 2 years)
• Trade-qualified in Panel Beating or Spray Painting (highly desirable)
• A hands-on, motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Strong focus on safety, quality, workflow, and customer satisfaction
• Excellent communication and people management skills — you know how to get the best out of your team
• Committed to developing others and continuously improving performance

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing company with exciting expansion plans
• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
• Support from a leadership team that values initiative and ownership
• A dynamic, down-to-earth culture where hard work and results are recognised

If you’re ready to lead a thriving Truck Repair Centre, build a great team, and grow with a business that’s going places, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and show us what a true go-getter can do. Opportunities like this don’t last long, so act promptly.

About Us
Established in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award-winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 600 people in South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Northern Territory.

We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.

We are a high-performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second-to-none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.

Ready to make the move?

Accelerate your career and apply now.

*Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre-employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre-Employment Medical.

Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

In order to maintain a safe work environment and comply with legal regulations Northeast East Auto Group conducts random drug and alcohol testing as part of its employment policies.

Respectfully, no agencies please.

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