ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor VDA

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Company pension

Share scheme

Life assurance at twice your basic

Vehicle leasing options

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor to join a busy accident repair centre in Dudley. You will inspect damaged vehicles, produce repair estimates and liaise with insurers to obtain authorisation, applying Thatcham and BSI standards.

The ideal candidate has proven VDA experience, strong knowledge of automotive repair methods, and excellent communication skills. The role offers up to £50,000, an uncapped bonus and a comprehensive benefits package in a permanent,

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA).
• Strong knowledge of automotive accident repair and vehicle damage estimating.
• Experience producing accurate repair estimates.
• Understanding of Thatcham repair methods and BSI standards.
• Confident communicating with insurance companies, customers and workshop teams.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy accident repair environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting damaged vehicles and assessing the full extent of repairs required.
• Producing accurate electronic and manual repair estimates.
• Identifying appropriate repair methods in line with Thatcham and BSI standards.
• Liaising with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisation.
• Communicating repair methods and estimates to customers and technicians.
• Assessing a variety of vehicle makes and models.
• Keeping up to date with manufacturer repair methods and technical bulletins.
• Working closely with workshop teams to ensure efficient vehicle turnaround.
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, quality and customer service.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Repair estimating

Thatcham standards

BSI standards

Communication with insurers

Attention to detail

Job description

Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA)

Location: Dudley

Salary: Up to £50,000 (Dependent on Skills and Experience) + Uncapped Bonus

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to join their busy, modern accident repair centre in Dudley.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established VDA looking to join a well-equipped repair operation, with access to industry-leading technology, excellent facilities and an experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting damaged vehicles and assessing the full extent of repairs required.
• Producing accurate electronic and manual repair estimates.
• Identifying appropriate repair methods in line with Thatcham and BSI standards.
• Liaising with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisation.
• Communicating repair methods and estimates to customers and technicians.
• Assessing a variety of vehicle makes and models.
• Keeping up to date with manufacturer repair methods and technical bulletins.
• Working closely with workshop teams to ensure efficient vehicle turnaround.
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, quality and customer service.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA).
• Strong knowledge of automotive accident repair and vehicle damage estimating.
• Experience producing accurate repair estimates.
• Understanding of Thatcham repair methods and BSI standards.
• Confident communicating with insurance companies, customers and workshop teams.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy accident repair environment.

What's on Offer?

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Company pension scheme.
• Save-as-you-earn share scheme.
• Life assurance at twice your basic salary.
• Colleague vehicle leasing schemes.
• Retailer discounts and cashback offers.
• 24/7 GP access and mental health support.
• Physiotherapy, dental plan and health cash plan.
• Financial wellbeing support.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Access to excellent workshop facilities and industry-leading technology.