ATA Estimator

HB Accident Repair Network; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accident repair network in the UK is seeking an experienced ATA Estimator to join their modern repair centre in Ellesmere Port. This role involves producing accurate estimates and ensuring high-quality vehicle damage assessments. Ideal candidates will have experience with Audatex and GT Motive, along with strong communication skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, flexible shift patterns, and company pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Flexible weekday shift patterns

No weekend working

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating vehicle damage as an ATA VDA Estimator.
• Proven knowledge across all body repair processes.
• Ability to deliver accurate and high-quality work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate estimates using Audatex and/or GT Motive.
• Ensure all vehicle damage is correctly captured and documented.
• Support KPI monitoring to drive revenue and efficiency.

Skills

Experience as an ATA VDA Estimator

Knowledge of body repair processes

Confidence in using Audatex

Confidence in using GT Motive

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Tools

Audatex

GT Motive

Thatcham

Ezi-Methods

Microsoft Office

Job description

ATAEstimator - £55,000 OTE + Bonus Potential - Ellesmere Port, CH65 4DR

The Role

Are you an experienced ATA Estimator with an eye for detail and a drive to get things right first time? Ready to join a high-performing team in a modern, well-equipped repair centre? We’re recruiting for an Estimator to join our repair centre in Ellesmere Port. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring accurate and efficient vehicle damage assessments. Working closely with the wider team, you’ll focus on delivering a high standard of customer service and supporting site performance through effective estimating. If you’re ready to take the next step in your estimating career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your expertise to a forward-thinking repair centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate estimates using Audatex and/or GT Motive
• Ensure all vehicle damage is correctly captured and documented
• Follow recognised manufacturer methods including Thatcham and Ezi-Methods
• Process estimates based on site capacity and budget
• Support KPI monitoring to drive revenue and efficiency
• Liaise with customers to set repair expectations and discuss any extra work required
• Flag safety concerns relating to the repair
• Assist the Customer Service team with technical queries
• Keep estimates updated to reflect approvals and final values for invoicing

Company

HB Accident Repair Network Ltd are a leading Accident Repair Network with a focus on service, quality & innovation, through a skilled and professional team. Our vision is to be recognised as the leading accident repair network in terms of service, quality, innovation and respect for the environment. All being delivered through a skilled and professional team.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Flexible weekday shift patterns
• No weekend working
• Company pension contributions

The Person

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced, ATA VDA Estimator.
• Can demonstrate knowledge across all body repair processes
• Is confident using Audatex, GT Motive, Thatcham, Ezi-Methods and Microsoft Office
• Communicates clearly and works well under pressure
• Delivers consistently accurate, high-quality work