- Vehicle Damage Estimator – Join the Fast Lane to Your Next Career Move!

Skillframe Limited; Elmbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in the UK is seeking a Vehicle Damage Estimator to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will assess vehicle damage, prepare estimates, and negotiate with insurers. This role is pivotal in ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient repairs.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of repair processes and pricing.
• Strong background as a body shop estimator or similar role.
• Skilled in customer interactions and insurance discussions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of damaged vehicles.
• Prepare precise repair estimates for parts and labour.
• Negotiate with insurers for best coverage and rates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Negotiation

Education

Experience in automotive repair estimating

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

LOCATION: Hersham

SALARY:Negotiable

Our client is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Estimator to become a key player in their fast-paced, high-performance team. If you’re ready to bring your automotive expertise to life and help customers, get back on the road with confidence, we want to hear from you! As their Estimator, you’ll play a critical role in assessing vehicle damage, preparing precise repair estimates, and working closely with customers, insurers, and technicians.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Conduct detailed inspections of damaged vehicles from structural and body issues to mechanical and interior problems.

Use your sharp eye and industry knowledge to accurately estimate parts, labour, and paint costs, whether it’s a quick fix or a major overhaul.

Build clear, itemized work orders to ensure a smooth repair process for both customers and technicians.

Explain repair plans with clarity and confidence, addressing questions from customers, adjusters, and technicians alike.

Champion your customers by negotiating with insurers to secure the best coverage and rates.

Keep meticulous records of estimates, work completed, and relevant documentation.

Partner closely with body shop technicians to deliver top-tier, efficient repairs.

Determine salvage value for total-loss vehicles with precision.

Requirements:

Deep understanding of repair processes, parts, and pricing.

Clear, concise, and confident when talking with both customers and colleagues.

A perfectionist when it comes to assessing damage and crunching numbers.

Sharp with calculations and proficient with estimating software and record systems.

Experienced in navigating discussions with insurance providers.

Friendly, empathetic, and always striving for customer satisfaction.

Previous background as a body shop estimator or related automotive role strongly preferred.

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