Vehicle Damage Assessor

autoskills-uk; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon-Fri pattern

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor to join a professional accident repair centre. You will accurately assess damage, prepare repair estimates and ensure correct repairs, labour, and parts are identified.

Work with the bodyshop team to plan and manage repairs to high standards. This full-time role offers a salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, a Monday–Friday pattern with no weekend work, and clear career progression in a modern workshop

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator in an accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle construction and modern accident repair methods.
• Experience preparing detailed repair estimates covering labour, parts and methods.
• Good understanding of panel, MET and paint repair processes.
• Experience using automotive estimating systems.
• Excellent attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess accident-damaged vehicles and identify required repairs.
• Prepare detailed repair estimates including labour, parts and methods.
• Identify additional damage and prepare supplements as needed.
• Liaise with customers, insurers and stakeholders through the repair process.
• Collaborate with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and Workshop Controllers.
• Ensure estimates comply with manufacturer repair methods and industry standards.
• Monitor progress and communicate changes to relevant teams.
• Maintain accurate records while upholding safety and quality standards.

Skills

VDA experience

Estimating experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Driving licence

Tools

Automotive estimating software

Job description

Salary: Up to £45,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

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

Looking for a role where your estimating skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next move, this is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair centre where technical knowledge, accuracy and experience are genuinely valued.

Offering a salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, you'll benefit from a consistent Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments. You'll work within a modern, well-equipped bodyshop alongside a skilled team, giving you the opportunity to use your estimating expertise, develop your career and build a stable, long-term future within a professional accident repair environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £45,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for accurately assessing accident-damaged vehicles, preparing repair estimates and ensuring the correct repair methods, labour requirements and parts are identified. You'll work closely with the wider bodyshop team to ensure repairs are accurately planned, efficiently managed and completed to professional industry and manufacturer standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and assess accident-damaged vehicles, accurately identifying damage and required repairs
• Prepare detailed repair estimates covering labour, parts and appropriate repair methods
• Identify additional damage and prepare supplements where required
• Liaise with customers, insurers and relevant stakeholders throughout the repair process
• Work closely with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and Workshop Controllers
• Ensure estimates and repair plans comply with manufacturer repair methods and industry standards
• Monitor repair progress and communicate any changes or additional requirements to the relevant teams
• Maintain accurate records while ensuring quality, safety and compliance standards consistently met

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and detail-focused Vehicle Damage Assessor who can accurately assess vehicle damage and produce professional, commercially sound repair estimates.

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA or Estimator within an accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Strong knowledge of vehicle construction and modern accident repair methods
• Experience assessing vehicle damage and preparing accurate repair estimates
• Strong understanding of Panel, MET and Paint repair processes
• Experience using automotive estimating systems and repair methods
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced bodyshop environment and manage competing priorities
• Strong commercial awareness, organisation and problem-solving skills
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair business that values its employees, offers genuine career progression and provides long-term stability within a modern working environment. If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for a role where your technical knowledge, estimating ability and industry experience will be recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.