Job Description

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.

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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.

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About Harmony Auto

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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.

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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.

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About the Role

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

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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

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

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