Estimator & Assistant Manager – Vehicle Damage Leader

Auto Skills UK; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 10%

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Hull is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager or Vehicle Damage Assessor to join an established accident repair centre. The role combines estimating with management responsibilities, offering a salary of £35,000–£40,000 plus a bonus up to 10%.

You will oversee estimates, support workshop operations and help ensure repairs are completed on time and to quality standards. A proactive candidate with strong organisational and communication skills is ideal.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Assistant Manager within an accident repair centre.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle damage assessment and repair estimating.
• Experience using estimating systems such as Audatex would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of bodyshop operations and repair processes.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and support a busy workshop environment.
• A proactive approach, with a strong focus on quality and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate vehicle damage assessments and repair estimates.
• Assessing vehicle damage and identifying the work required.
• Managing repair authorisations and liaising with insurers and customers.
• Supporting the day-to-day management of the accident repair centre.
• Monitoring repair progress, productivity and turnaround times.
• Working closely with Panel Beaters, MET Technicians and Paint Sprayers to maintain workflow.
• Ensuring repairs meet quality standards and agreed deadlines.
• Supporting the team, resolving operational issues and maintaining high customer service standards.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring estimating systems are kept up to date.

Skills

Estimating

Vehicle damage assessment

Management

Customer service

Tools

Audatex

Job description

Auto Skills UK in Hull is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager or Vehicle Damage Assessor to join an established accident repair centre. The role combines estimating with management responsibilities, offering a salary of £35,000–£40,000 plus a bonus up to 10%.

You will oversee estimates, support workshop operations and help ensure repairs are completed on time and to quality standards. A proactive candidate with strong organisational and communication skills is ideal.