VDA

Auto Skills UK; Stafford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon-Fri working pattern

08:30 - 17:00 working hours

Full-time, permanent position

Modern workshop environment

Ongoing training & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an experienced VDA/Estimator in Stafford to assess accident-damaged vehicles and produce accurate estimates. You will work closely with customers, insurers and the workshop team to ensure repairs are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

The role requires strong knowledge of panel, MET and paint repair processes, plus experience with estimating software and good communication skills. A full UK driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator in automotive accident repair.
• Strong knowledge of Panel, MET and Paint repair processes.
• Experience in assessing accident damage and producing accurate repair estimates.
• Knowledge of vehicle construction and modern repair methods.
• Proficiency with estimating systems and industry software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Commercial awareness and good organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a busy bodyshop environment.
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess accident-damaged vehicles and identify repairs.
• Prepare detailed repair estimates using estimating systems.
• Determine repair methods, labour requirements and parts.
• Identify additional damage and prepare supplements.
• Liaise with customers, insurers and stakeholders throughout repair process.
• Work with Panel, MET and Paint Technicians to reflect repairs in estimates.
• Monitor vehicle repair progress and communicate changes.
• Ensure estimates comply with manufacturer methods, quality standards and Health & Safety.

Skills

VDA experience

Estimator experience

Panel repair knowledge

MET repair knowledge

Paint repair knowledge

Estimating software

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Customer-focused

Full UK Driving Licence

ATA/IMI qualifications advantageous

Tools

Estimating systems software

Job description

EXPERIENCED VDA / ESTIMATOR

Location: Stafford

Salary: Up to £45,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00

Looking for a VDA / Estimator role where your technical knowledge is genuinely valued, your experience is recognised, and your earning potential is rewarded?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator looking for a fresh challenge, this could be the opportunity to take your career forward within a professional accident repair environment.

Offering a salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside a Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 working pattern and no weekend commitments, this role offers an excellent work-life balance without compromising your career ambitions. You'll have the opportunity to use your estimating expertise, work closely with customers, insurers and the workshop team, and play a key role in delivering high-quality vehicle repairs.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive Salary - Up to £45,000 Depending on Experience
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• 08:30 - 17:00 Working Hours
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• Modern Workshop Environment
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced VDA / Estimator, you will be responsible for assessing accident-damaged vehicles, identifying the required repairs and producing accurate estimates to ensure vehicles can be repaired efficiently and correctly.

You’ll work closely with customers, insurers, technicians and the wider bodyshop team, ensuring repair methods, estimates and vehicle progression are managed effectively from initial assessment through to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess accident-damaged vehicles and accurately identify the extent of repairs required
• Prepare detailed and accurate repair estimates using appropriate estimating systems
• Determine suitable repair methods, labour requirements and replacement parts
• Identify additional damage and prepare supplements where required
• Liaise professionally with customers, insurers and other stakeholders throughout the repair process
• Work closely with Panel, MET and Paint Technicians to ensure estimates accurately reflect the required repairs
• Monitor vehicle repair progress and communicate any changes or additional requirements
• Ensure estimates and repair processes comply with manufacturer methods, quality standards and Health & Safety requirements

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and technically knowledgeable VDA / Estimator with a strong background within the accident repair industry and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality estimates.

• Proven experience as a VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator within an automotive accident repair environment
• Strong understanding of Panel, MET and Paint repair processes
• Experienced in assessing accident damage and producing accurate repair estimates
• Strong knowledge of vehicle construction and modern repair methods
• Confident using estimating systems and relevant industry software
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical and accurate approach
• Commercially aware with good organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Able to work effectively within a busy, fast-paced bodyshop environment
• Professional, motivated and customer-focused approach
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

Alternative Job Titles:

VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor Estimator / Bodyshop Estimator / Accident Repair Estimator / VDA Estimator / Automotive Estimator / Bodyshop VDA / Vehicle Repair Estimator / Accident Damage Assessor / Bodyshop Damage Assessor