Vehicle Damage Assessor

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Wood Green; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

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Salary up to £50k

Mon–Fri hours

Training & development

Modern workshop tools

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Descripción de la vacante

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is seeking a qualified VDA/Estimator for a reputable bodyshop in Paignton. You will assess vehicle damage, prepare repair estimates, and liaise with customers, insurers and repair teams.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 with overtime, Monday to Friday hours, and ongoing training. Modern workshops and progression opportunities are available for a dedicated automotive professional.

Formación

• Proven experience as a VDA / Estimator within a bodyshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair procedures and estimating techniques.
• Ability to use estimating software confidently and effectively.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach with the ability to adapt quickly to new processes and systems.

Responsabilidades

• Preparing detailed repair reports for insurance claims and internal use.
• Communicating effectively with customers, insurance assessors, and repair teams.
• Ensuring repair jobs meet quality standards and are completed on time.
• Using estimating software to produce precise valuations.
• Managing repair estimates with minimal supervision, ensuring timely delivery.

Conocimientos

VDA Estimator experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Herramientas

Estimating software

Descripción del empleo

We are currently seeking a qualified VDA / Estimator on behalf of a reputable bodyshop in Paignton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to join a well-established company that values expertise, efficiency, and professionalism. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive attitude, ability to work independently, and a strong understanding of vehicle repair estimating.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary up to £50,000, with overtime opportunities


• Stable, Monday to Friday working hours


• Supportive and friendly team environment


• Ongoing training and professional development programmes


• Modern workshop facilities and up-to-date software tools


• Opportunities for career progression within a reputable industry leader

Duties of the VDA / Estimator

• Preparing detailed repair reports for insurance claims and internal use


• Communicating effectively with customers, insurance assessors, and repair teams


• Ensuring repair jobs meet quality standards and are completed on time


• Using estimating software to produce precise valuations


• Managing repair estimates with minimal supervision, ensuring timely delivery

Requirements

• Proven experience as a VDA / Estimator within a bodyshop environment


• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair procedures and estimating techniques


• Ability to use estimating software confidently and effectively
  
• Excellent organisational and communication skills


• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines


• A proactive approach with the ability to adapt quickly to new processes and systems

If you are seeking a VDA / Estimator role in Paignton where you can utilise your skills effectively and grow your career within a respected company, we would love to hear from you.