Vehicle Damage Assessor

Tru Talent; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Tru Talent is looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor in Liverpool to join a leading Accident Repair Centre network. The role involves assessing damaged vehicles, providing accurate estimates, and guiding customers and insurers through repairs.

You will liaise with multiple stakeholders, advise on repair methods, and ensure records and estimates meet manufacturer standards while maximizing efficiency and profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / VDA role within an accident repair centre.
• Strong working knowledge of Audatex estimating systems.
• ATA qualification (or equivalent) or willingness to achieve it.
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess damaged vehicles and compile detailed estimates using Audatex
• Liaise with customers, insurers, and internal departments to ensure smooth repair journeys
• Provide expert technical advice on repair methods, parts, and timescales
• Maximise repair efficiency and profitability while ensuring quality and compliance
• Maintain up-to-date records in line with industry and company standards
• Support workshop teams by ensuring all estimates align with manufacturer repair methods

Skills

Audatex

Customer-focused

Excellent communication

Vehicle structures knowledge

Education

ATA qualification (or equivalent)

IMI/NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Damage Assessment or related field

Tools

Audatex estimating system

Job description

Vehicle Damage Assessor

Location

Liverpool

Basic Salary

Up to £45,000

Hours

Monday to Friday, 40hours per week

Extras

30 days holiday, bonus scheme, career development opportunities, and more

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilledVehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / VDAto join a state-of-the-art Accident Repair Centre in Staffordshire. This site is part of a larger, award-winning group known for its investment in cutting-edge repair technology, premium facilities, and high standards of craftsmanship. With a commitment to innovation and ongoing development, it's the ideal place for an experiencedVehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / VDAlooking to grow their career in a forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities of a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / VDA:

• Accurately assess damaged vehicles and compile detailed estimates using Audatex
• Liaise with customers, insurers, and internal departments to ensure smooth repair journeys
• Provide expert technical advice on repair methods, parts, and timescales
• Maximise repair efficiency and profitability while ensuring quality and compliance
• Maintain up-to-date records in line with industry and company standards
• Support workshop teams by ensuring all estimates align with manufacturer repair methods

Qualifications and Skills for Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / VDA:

• Proven experience in aVehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / VDArole within an accident repair centre
• Strong working knowledge of Audatex estimating systems
• ATA qualification (or equivalent) or willingness to achieve it
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-first mindset
• Technical understanding of vehicle structures and repair techniques
• Desirable
• IMI, NVQ, or SVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Damage Assessment or related field
• Full UK driving licence