Senior Vehicle Damage Assessor & Lead Estimator

Activate Group Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK automotive service provider is seeking a Senior Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their team at the Hampton body shop. The successful candidate will manage and provide technical expertise to a team while estimating repair costs. Competitive pay up to £55,000 plus quarterly bonuses, along with excellent benefits like generous annual leave and health plans, are offered. Join a supportive team in a dynamic environment that values your contributions and provides opportunities for growth.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Quarterly bonus scheme

Health Shield cash health plan

Annual pay review

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance: three times basic salary

Free breakfast cereals and milk

Free fruit every Monday

Free breakfasts sent to site every Wednesday

Qualifications

• Must have relevant experience as an estimator.
• Ability to qualify and quantify repairs is required.
• Great verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide technical expertise to the site VDAs.
• Estimate repair costs for damaged vehicles.
• Review job cards daily and address any issues.

Skills

ATA qualified (or equivalent)

Relevant experience as an estimator

Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties

Great customer service skills

Great verbal and written communication skills

Collaborative team member

Ability to create an estimate via company systems

Up to date technical knowledge including SMART repairs

People management experience

Education

ATA qualification

Job description

A leading UK automotive service provider is seeking a Senior Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their team at the Hampton body shop. The successful candidate will manage and provide technical expertise to a team while estimating repair costs. Competitive pay up to £55,000 plus quarterly bonuses, along with excellent benefits like generous annual leave and health plans, are offered. Join a supportive team in a dynamic environment that values your contributions and provides opportunities for growth.