Estimator

LiveHire Limited; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Full-time permanent role

National training programs (I-CAR Gold

Career progression within the company

Staff discounts on parts and tools

Job summary

SMART Belconnen is seeking an experienced Vehicle Estimator to join our team in Belconnen, ACT. This permanent, full-time role offers Monday–Friday work with above-award pay and a modern workshop that uses leading repair technology.

You will assess damage, prepare accurate estimates, liaise with insurers and customers, and manage job flow from quote to completion while sourcing parts and ensuring quality, time, and cost standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an estimator in automotive or collision repair.
• Strong knowledge of estimating software (Audatex, PartsPoint or similar).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Reliable, punctual and a solid team player.

Responsibilities

• Assessing vehicle damage and preparing accurate, detailed repair estimates.
• Liaising with insurers, customers, and the workshop team to manage job flow from quote to completion.
• Sourcing parts and ensuring estimates align with quality, time, and cost standards.
• Using estimating software to generate quotes in line with insurer and company guidelines.
• Maintaining strong communication across the repair process to keep jobs on track.
• Adhering to all WHS policies and procedures.

Skills

Estimator experience

Automotive knowledge

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Audatex

PartsPoint

Estimating software

Job description

SMART is leading the way in accident repair technology – and we're growing fast.

Backed by our commitment to quality & safety, access to advanced technology and our skilled Teams', Capital SMART achieves over 140,000 repairs per year across our network of 60 + repair facilities in Australia and New Zealand.

We pride ourselves on being the benchmark of excellence by continually working the SMART way.

The SMART Difference

• Work with people who share your passion for everything automotive.
• Be part of a company that invests in technology that's second to none.
• Bring your ambition — we'll match it with opportunity.
• This isn't just a job. It's a SMART career move.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Vehicle Estimator to join our team at SMART Belconnen.

Permanent position with a supportive team. Monday to Friday. Attractive remuneration on offer for the right experience.

You’ll be at the forefront of delivering exceptional customer service to clients and work providers, while playing a key role in ensuring that vehicle repairs are quoted, managed, and completed to the highest standards.

What You'll Do:

• Assessing vehicle damage and preparing accurate, detailed repair estimates
• Liaising with insurers, customers, and the workshop team to manage job flow from quote to completion
• Sourcing parts and ensuring estimates align with quality, time, and cost standards
• Using estimating software to generate quotes in line with insurer and company guidelines
  • Maintaining strong communication across the repair process to keep jobs on track
  • Adhering to all WHS policies and procedures

  What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience as an Estimator within the automotive or collision repair industry
  • Strong knowledge of estimating software (e.g. Audatex, PartsPoint or similar)
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and a solid team player

  Why make the SMART Move?

  • Above-award pay + job security
  • Full-time, permanent role – Monday to Friday, no weekend work ever
  • Modern, well-equipped workshop with industry-leading repair technology
  • Access to national training programs (I-CAR Gold)
  • Real career pathways – we promote from within
  • Weekly lunches and monthly team celebrations
  • Annual cash awards for top performers
  • Up to $2,000 referral bonus
  • Staff discounts on parts and tools
  • Uniforms provided

  About SMART & AMA Group

  SMART is part of AMA Group – the largest collision repair network across Australia and New Zealand. With AMA Group backing and the title of Best MSO – Body Shop Awards 2024 & 2025, your career is in safe hands. When you join us, you're not just joining a workshop – you're joining a network of opportunity. With national reach and diverse businesses under one roof, you'll have the freedom to grow your career, relocate, and explore new pathways wherever life takes you.

  SMART | AMA Group – Together, we do it right