Vehicle Damage Assessor

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Monthly bonus up to £1,000

Monday to Friday 8am–5pm

Only two Saturdays per year

Modern, brand new site

Independent bodyshop culture

Career development opportunities

Family-friendly environment

Job summary

A well-established independent bodyshop in Basingstoke is recruiting a Vehicle Damage Assessor. You will assess vehicle damage, plan repairs, and order parts to ensure timely completion. The role emphasises accuracy, customer service, and adherence to repair standards.

Ideal candidates have proven assessor experience, ATA qualifications preferred, and knowledge of Audatex. This position offers a supportive, family-friendly environment with clear career progression within a modern site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor in a bodyshop setting.
• ATA qualification or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Audatex estimation system experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and quality awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage accurately to determine repair needs.
• Plan work schedules and order parts to ensure timely completion of repairs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of repair processes and estimations.
• Provide high-quality customer service to foster loyalty and referrals.
• Ensure high standards of workplace organisation and administration.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver efficient repair services as a Vehicle Damage Assessor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

ATA qualification

Tools

Audatex

Job description

We are currently recruiting for the role of Vehicle Damage Assessor on behalf of our client, a well-established independent bodyshop located in Basingstoke. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to join a reputable company offering excellent career progression prospects within a friendly, family-oriented environment.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive basic salary up to £50,000


• Monthly bonus of up to £1,000


• Monday to Friday working hours, 8am – 5pm


• Only two working Saturdays per year


• Modern, brand new site


• Independent bodyshop environment with a strong team culture


• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement


• Supportive, family-friendly working environment

Duties of a Vehicle Damage Assessor

• Assessing vehicle damage accurately to determine repair needs


• Planning work schedules and ordering parts to ensure timely completion of repairs


• Maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of repair processes and estimations


• Providing high-quality customer service to foster customer loyalty and referrals


• Ensuring high standards of workplace organisation and administration


• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver efficient repair services as a Vehicle Damage Assessor

Requirements of a Vehicle Damage Assessor

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor in a bodyshop environment


• ATA qualification or equivalent would be advantageous


• ATA current or expired accreditation is acceptable


• Experience with Audatex estimation system is essential


• Exceptional attention to detail and quality awareness


• Ability to multi-task efficiently


• Customer-focused attitude

This role offers an attractive package and the opportunity to work within a forward-thinking independent bodyshop. Our client values their staff and promotes a positive working environment with opportunities for career growth.