Vehicle Damage Assessor

Tru Talent; Crewe; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An accident repair centre in Crewe is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Vehicle Estimator. The role involves assessing vehicle damage, creating estimates using Audatex, and ensuring repairs meet specifications. Successful candidates will have a background in vehicle damage assessment, excellent teamwork skills, and knowledge of vehicle repair techniques. Competitive salary up to £41,000 and benefits included.

Benefits

Free Breakdown Cover & Life Insurance

50% Discount on Motor, Home & Pet Insurance

9% Pension - Option to opt out and receive the money now

31 Days Annual Leave

Tax Efficient EV Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy body shop as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator.
• ATA qualified with an up-to-date Audatex certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out damage assessments efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre.
• Produce accurate estimates using Audatex.
• Ensure all repairs meet factory specifications and customer expectations.
• Work closely with the body shop team to streamline repair processes.

Skills

Vehicle damage assessment

Estimating using Audatex

Teamwork skills

Current vehicle repair techniques knowledge

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Vehicle Damage Assessment

Tools

Audatex

Job description

Location: Middlewich

Salary: Up to £41,000 basic + bonus

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Benefits

• Free Breakdown Cover & Life Insurance
• 50% Discount on Motor, Home & Pet Insurance
• 9% Pension - Option to opt out and receive the money now
• 31 Days Annual Leave
• Tax Efficient EV Car Scheme

A leading accident repair centre is looking for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Vehicle Estimator to join their team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in vehicle damage assessment and estimating, using Audatex to produce accurate repair estimates.

Requirements

• Recognised apprenticeship in Vehicle Damage Assessment with a relevant qualification (NVQ / ATA / IMI / SVQ)
• Experience working in a busy body shop as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator
• ATA qualified with an up-to-date Audatex certificate preferred
• Strong teamwork skills and motivation to earn bonus hours
• Excellent knowledge of current vehicle repair techniques

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out damage assessments efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre
• Produce accurate estimates using Audatex
• Ensure all repairs meet factory specifications and customer expectations
• Work closely with the body shop team to streamline repair processes

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