Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Huddersfield

Manpower UK; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private healthcare options

Employee discounts

Online GP service

Wellbeing platform

Training & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) in Huddersfield for a leading accident repair business on a permanent contract. The role involves inspecting damaged vehicles, preparing repair estimates and liaising with insurers and customers to ensure smooth repair journeys.

Details include 8:00am–5:00pm, salary £38,000–£40,000 depending on experience, 22 days' leave plus bank holidays, pension, private medical options, online GP, and ongoing training with clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive repair or accident repair is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, assess vehicle damage and capture images for repair estimates.
• Produce accurate estimates using industry-leading estimating systems.
• Liaise with customers, insurers, work providers and repair teams throughout the process.
• Monitor repairs and update estimates as work progresses.
• Work closely with technicians to ensure all repair requirements are captured.
• Complete final job reconciliations and prepare work for invoicing.
• Maintain excellent levels of customer service and communication.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Team player

Tools

Audatex

Job description

Manpower UK is recruiting a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) in Huddersfield for a leading accident repair business, offered on a permanent contract with a salary of £38,000 to £40,000 per annum depending on experience. Working full time from 8:00am to 5:00pm, the successful candidate will inspect damaged vehicles, prepare accurate repair estimates and liaise with insurers, customers and workshop colleagues. Strong technical knowledge of vehicle repair methods, attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential. The package includes commission opportunities, 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, a pension scheme, private healthcare options and employee discounts, with ongoing training and career progression available.

Are you passionate about the automotive industry and looking to build a long-term career with a well-established and growing vehicle repair group£ Manpower is recruiting for a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) on behalf of a leading accident repair business with an excellent reputation for quality, customer service, and employee development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful team where you''ll receive ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and the chance to increase your earnings through commission.

What''s On Offer

• Salary of £40,000 DOE
• Full time perm role
• Location: Huddersfield
• Hours: 8:00am- 5:00pm
• Commission opportunities
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare options
• Online GP service
• Employee discounts and wellbeing platform
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Supportive and friendly team environment

The Role

As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will play a key role in managing repairs from initial assessment through to completion, ensuring customers receive an exceptional service throughout the repair journey. Key responsibilities include:

• Assessing vehicle damage and capturing images for repair estimates.
• Producing accurate estimates using industry-leading estimating systems.
• Liaising with customers, insurers, work providers, and repair teams throughout the process.
• Monitoring repairs and updating estimates as work progresses.
• Working closely with technicians to ensure all repair requirements are captured.
• Completing final job reconciliations and preparing work for invoicing.
• Maintaining excellent levels of customer service and communication.

What We''re Looking For

• Experience within the automotive, vehicle repair, bodyshop, estimating, or accident repair sector is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively within a busy team environment.
• Flexible, hands-on approach and a strong work ethic.
• Experience using estimating systems such as Audatex would be beneficial but training can be provided.