Business Manager - Collision Repair

Apply Job no: XJX4F Category: Operations & Management Award-winning network - Proud winner of the 2025 & 2024 Best MSO Body Shop Award. Career pathways for life - From apprentice to leadership Security you can trust - Above-award pay, training, and the backing of AMA Group. Careers Driven By You. Join AMA Collision Phillip, part of AMA Group, Australia's largest collision repair network. Here, you'll enjoy the backing of a national organisation while leading a high-performing local operation. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a business, drive operational excellence, lead production outcomes, and influence financial performance. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Business Manager to lead our operation at AMA Collision Phillip. Reporting to the State Area Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the site, ensuring operational efficiency, production excellence, financial success, and a strong safety and customer-focused culture. You'll lead a skilled team, optimise business processes, manage site profitability, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support sustainable growth. This permanent full-time leadership role offers stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to develop your career within the broader AMA Group network. Key Responsibilities Operational & Production Management Lead the day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring productivity, workflow efficiency, and timely job completion. Monitor production performance against targets, identifying opportunities to improve throughput, utilisation, and operational outcomes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance process efficiency, customer experience, and business performance. Manage resource planning, scheduling, and capacity to maximise productivity and profitability. Financial Management & Commercial Performance Take ownership of site financial performance, ensuring profitability and strong commercial outcomes. Prepare, review, and analyse Profit & Loss statements, budgets, forecasts, job costing, KPIs, and management reports. Identify performance trends and implement corrective actions to achieve operational and financial objectives. Monitor costs, productivity, margins, and resource utilisation to deliver sustainable business results. Quality, Compliance & Process Excellence Ensure robust operational processes and quality standards are consistently maintained. Oversee quoting accuracy, job management processes, quality assurance, and delivery standards. Drive accountability across the business through effective systems, reporting, and process management. Maintain compliance with company policies, industry requirements, and regulatory obligations. Leadership & People Management Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Manage workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and employee development. Promote strong team engagement and create an environment where employees can thrive and succeed. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, customers, and work providers. Work Health & Safety Champion a strong safety culture across the site. Ensure compliance with all WHS systems, policies, and procedures. Proactively manage risks and ensure safety incidents and near misses are appropriately reported and addressed. What We're Looking For Proven experience in an Operations Manager, Business Manager, Production Manager, or similar leadership role. Strong operational and production management experience within a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, P&Ls, forecasting, KPIs, and cost control. Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams. Strong process improvement, workflow optimisation, and problem-solving capabilities. Commercially minded with a focus on achieving operational and financial targets. Automotive, manufacturing, production, transport, trade services, or related industry experience highly regarded. Relevant trade qualification or industry experience preferred. Full Australian working rights. Why AMA Collision? Because Careers Driven By You isn't just a tagline-it's our commitment. Stability of AMA Group's national network of 140+ sites Career development and leadership pathways Ongoing training and professional development Reward and recognition programs Referral bonus opportunities Discounts on parts and tools Uniforms provided 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your family About AMA Collision & AMA Group AMA Collision is part of AMA Group-the largest collision repair network across Australia and New Zealand. With a national footprint and diverse operations, we offer more than just a job. We provide long-term career opportunities, professional growth, and the chance to be part of a business that values leadership, performance, and continuous improvement. Ready to Apply? Apply Now and lead a business where your operational expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership capability can make a real impact. Published on 13 Jul 2026, 1:02 AM