VDA

Auto Skills UK; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon-Fri

Working hours 08:30-17:00

Modern workshop

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an experienced VDA/Estimator for a full-time, permanent role in Yeovil. You will assess accident-damaged vehicles, produce accurate repair estimates and work with customers, insurers and the workshop team to ensure repairs are completed to the highest standard.

The ideal candidate has proven VDA/Estimator experience in automotive accident repair, solid knowledge of panel, MET and paint processes, and proficiency with estimating systems.

Qualifications

• Proven VDA/Estimator experience in automotive accident repair.
• Strong knowledge of panel, MET and paint repair.
• Able to produce accurate repair estimates.
• Familiar with estimating software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess accident-damaged vehicles and identify repair requirements.
• Prepare detailed repair estimates using estimating systems.
• Determine repair methods, labour needs and parts.
• Identify additional damage and prepare supplements.
• Liaise with customers, insurers and workshop teams.
• Coordinate with technicians to reflect required repairs.
• Monitor progress and report changes.
• Ensure estimates comply with manufacturer standards and health and safety.

Skills

VDA/Estimator

Automotive estimating

Estimating systems

Customer service

UK driving licence

Job description

EXPERIENCED VDA / ESTIMATOR

Location: Yeovil

Salary: Up to £50,000 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 £50,000 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 £50,000 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 full extent of repairs required 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, commercially sound 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, repair methods and replacement procedures
• 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