Vehicle Damage Assessor

Holt Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Recruitment Group is working with an established Accident Repair Centre in Cheltenham to recruit an experienced Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor. The role involves accurate vehicle assessments, using Audatex, and preparing costed repair quotations.

You will liaise with insurers, provide updates to customers, and help ensure timely, high-quality repairs. Permanent, on-site role with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience using estimating software (Audatex).
• ATA qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicles accurately and professionally.
• Use computerised estimating systems to prepare quotes.
• Calculate repair times and costs.
• Liaise with insurance engineers and update customers.

Skills

Audatex experience

Customer service

Cost estimation

Tools

Audatex

Estimating software

Job description

Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA Vacancy:

• Up to £50,000 per annum + Bonus
• Great Company Benefits
• Permanent Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor to join an established Accident Repair Centre in the Cheltenham area.

Key role and responsibilities as an Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor:

• Accurately and professionally assess a wide range of vehicles
• Use computerised estimating systems
• Calculate costings and the time required to complete all necessary repairs
• Liaise regularly with insurance engineers
• Contact customers to provide updates

Minimum requirements as an Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor:

• Must have experience using estimating software (ideally Audatex)
• ATA is advantageous but not essential
• Ensure customer expectations are met and demonstrate great service skills