VDA

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

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an experienced VDA/Estimator in Sutton Coldfield. You will assess accident-damaged vehicles, determine repair requirements and produce accurate estimates for customers and insurers, within a professional repair environment.

The role offers a salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, a Monday–Friday pattern, and no weekend work. You will work closely with workshop teams to ensure repairs are efficient, compliant and of the highest standard.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a VDA or Estimator in an accident repair/bodyshop
• Strong understanding of panel, MET and paint repair processes
• Knowledge of vehicle construction and repair methods
• Experience using automotive estimating systems
• Ability to assess damage and identify additional work
• Strong communication and customer service with insurers
• Attention to detail and organized approach
• Ability to work in a busy bodyshop environment
• Full UK driving licence preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess accident-damaged vehicles and repair extent
• Prepare detailed estimates using estimating systems
• Determine repair methods and labour requirements
• Identify additional damage and supplements
• Liaise with customers, insurers and stakeholders
• Coordinate with panel/met/paint technicians
• Monitor progress and communicate changes
• Ensure adherence to manufacturer repair methods and safety

Skills

VDA experience

Estimator experience

Customer liaison

Panel repair knowledge

Education

IMI ATA qualifications advantageous

Tools

Automotive estimating software

Job description

EXPERIENCED VDA / ESTIMATOR

Location: Sutton Coldfield

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 expertise 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 balance between career progression and work-life balance. 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 ensuring every vehicle is repaired accurately, efficiently and to the highest possible standard.

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 extent of repairs required and producing accurate, commercially viable estimates. You will work closely with customers, insurers and the wider bodyshop team to ensure repairs are planned and completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

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

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and technically knowledgeable VDA / Estimator who understands the accident repair process and can confidently assess vehicle damage and produce accurate estimates.

• Proven experience as a VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator within an accident repair/bodyshop environment
• Strong understanding of Panel, MET and Paint repair processes
• Good knowledge of vehicle construction, damage assessment and repair methods
• Experience using automotive estimating systems/software
• Ability to accurately assess damage, determine repair methods and identify additional work
• Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to liaise confidently with insurers and customers
• Excellent attention to detail with a commercially aware and organised approach
• Ability 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

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair business where your technical knowledge, estimating expertise and industry experience will be recognised and rewarded.

If you're an experienced VDA / Estimator looking for a role offering a competitive salary of up to £45,000, Monday to Friday working hours and genuine long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.