Vehicle Damage Assessor

Pybus Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement increases after 5 

Job summary

Pybus Recruitment Ltd is actively seeking a Vehicle Damage Assessor for a well‑established bodyshop in North West London (NW10 area). This full‑time position offers £45,000–£60,000 per year, plus bonus, with 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm (1 hour lunch).

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in vehicle estimating and customer service, and ideally hold an ATA VDA qualification. You will prepare detailed estimates and repair methods using Audatex and Thatcham Escribe,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vehicle estimating and customer service.
• ATA VDA qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately inspect and assess damaged vehicles.
• Prepare detailed estimates and repair methods using Audatex/Escribe.
• Work with bodyshop management systems.
• Negotiate repair costs with customers and engineers.
• Keep customers updated during the repair process.
• Coordinate with parts suppliers and workshop staff.

Skills

Vehicle damage assessment

Customer service

Negotiation

Communication

Education

ATA VDA qualification

Tools

Audatex

Thatcham Escribe

Job description

Harlesden, United Kingdom | Posted on 31/07/2026

Salary:£45,000–£60,000 per year (dependent on experience) + bonus

Hours:Full-time, 40 hours per week

Schedule:Monday–Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1 hour unpaid lunch)

Location:North West London - NW10 arae

A well‑established bodyshop is seeking an experiencedVehicle Damage Assessor (VDA)to join the team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role and ideally hold a valid ATA VDA qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately inspect and assess damaged vehicles.
• Prepare detailed estimates and safe repair methods using computerised systems such asAudatexandThatcham Escribe.
• Work confidently with bodyshop management systems.
• Negotiate repair costs and supplementary work with customers and engineers.
• Keep customers updated throughout the repair process.
• Produce workshop job schedules and regularly liaise with workshop staff.
• Communicate effectively with parts suppliers to ensure timely and accurate parts ordering.
• Maintain excellent communication skills, especially when negotiating remote authorisations.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal and professional integrity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in vehicle estimating and customer service.

Employee Benefits

• Holiday entitlement increases after every 5 years of service