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 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 recent 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.

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