VDA / Vehicle Estimator

Command Recruitment; Eling; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Accident Repair Centre in Southampton is seeking a Qualified Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to join their team. Offering a salary of £40,000-£43,000 with potential OTE of £52,000-£55,000, this role includes bonuses, career development, and a supportive work environment. Candidates should be ATA qualified and have experience using Audatex. This is a great opportunity to advance your career in a respected business.

Benefits

Up to £1,000 monthly performance bonus

5 weeks' holiday

Pension scheme

Ongoing training & career development

Qualifications

• Candidates must have ATA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with Audatex software is required.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and compile accurate repair estimates for damaged vehicles.
• Use Audatex to produce and submit estimates to insurers.
• Liaise with insurance companies, engineers, and customers.
• Produce job cards and support the bodyshop team with workflow.
• Ensure repair processes follow safe, recorded methodologies.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational ability

Education

ATA-qualified or equivalent Estimator / VDA certification

Tools

Audatex

Job description

NEW JOB ALERT | Qualified Estimator / VDA - Southampton

£40,000 - £43,000 basic - £52,000-£55,000 OTE, Southampton, Full Time | Monday - Friday

The Opportunity

Command Recruitment are working with a well-established Accident Repair Centre in the Southampton area who are looking to recruit an experienced and qualified Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded business with excellent earning potential, strong values, and ongoing career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and compile accurate repair estimates for damaged vehicles
• Use Audatex to produce and submit estimates to insurers
• Liaise with insurance companies, engineers, and customers
• Produce job cards and support the bodyshop team with workflow
• Ensure repair processes follow safe, recorded methodologies

What's On Offer

• £40,000-£43,000 basic salary
• Up to £1,000 monthly performance bonus
• 5 weeks' holiday
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training & career development
• Join a respected, values-driven business

About You

• ATA-qualified or equivalent Estimator / VDA certification
• Experience using Audatex
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational ability

Interested? Apply today or contact Command Recruitment in confidence to discuss this role further.