Trainee Estimator

Sime Motors; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sime Motors Australia’s Brisbane BMW Bodyshop is hiring a Trainee Estimator to join the Eagle Farm team. You’ll learn repair estimation, insurance processes and customer service while supporting the estimating and production teams.

Ideal candidates are eager to learn in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for vehicles, with strong communication and computer skills. Full-time, on-site role with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in automotive industry.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Good computer literacy and administration skills.
• Previous automotive or insurance experience will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing repair estimates and quotations for vehicle repairs.
• Support vehicle pre-inspections and identify pre-existing damage.
• Communicate with customers regarding repair progress and timelines.
• Liaise with insurance companies, assessors and suppliers.
• Assist with processing repair authorities and supplementary approvals.

Skills

Automotive interest

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Start your career with one of Brisbane's premier collision repair facility, specializing in Luxury - BEV & Prestige vehicles..

Are you looking to build a long-term career in the automotive industry? SD Autobody is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Trainee Estimator to join our high-performing team in Eagle Farm.

Working alongside experienced Estimators and industry professionals, you'll receive hands-on training across vehicle damage assessment, repair estimating, insurance processes, customer service and repair administration. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about vehicles and customer experience who is looking to develop a specialist skill set within the collision repair industry.

About the Role

As a Trainee Estimator, you'll play an important role in supporting the estimating and production teams while learning all aspects of the repair estimation process. You'll gain exposure to both technical and customer-facing responsibilities, helping ensure repairs are accurately quoted, efficiently managed and delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing repair estimates and quotations for vehicle repairs
• Support vehicle pre-inspections and identify pre-existing damage
• Communicate with customers regarding repair progress and timelines
• Liaise with insurance companies, assessors and suppliers
• Assist with processing repair authorities and supplementary approvals

About You

We are looking for someone who is eager to learn and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

• A genuine interest in the automotive industry
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Good computer literacy and administration skills
• Previous automotive or insurance experience will be highly regarded

What's on Offer?

• Career pathway into a specialised Estimator role
• Training and mentoring from experienced industry professionals
• Ongoing development and manufacturer-backed training opportunities
• Employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
• Stable, full-time employment with a leading automotive group

About Us

Brisbane BMW Bodyshop is part of Sime Motors Australia, representing some of the world's most respected automotive brands. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional workmanship, outstanding customer service and industry-leading repair standards.

If you're ready to start your automotive career and learn from the best in the industry, we'd love to hear from you.