Vehicle Image Damage Assessor

Copart Inc; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Volunteer day

Deals hub discounts

Healthcare Cash Plan

Contributory pension scheme

Purchase shares at discounted rate

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life insurance

Job summary

Copart is seeking a Vehicle Image Damage Assessor to evaluate damaged vehicles from images and information, and to prepare engineer's reports for insurance companies. You will determine damage extent, repair implications and salvage considerations with strong attention to detail.

You’ll work from home with occasional travel to Copart Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire or to an Operation Centre when required.

Qualifications

• Proven body shop estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of motor vehicles and damage types.
• Experience using computerized repair estimating systems.
• Familiarity with valuation tools such as Glass's, CAP, Audatex and HPI.
• Understanding of insurance claims procedures and Road Traffic Act basics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage using images, documentation and available information.
• Prepare accurate and detailed engineer's reports for insurance companies.
• Interpret damage extent and repair method implications.
• Research vehicle values considering mileage and condition.
• Assign salvage categories in line with industry guidelines.
• Use estimating and valuation systems to support assessments.
• Review and amend vehicle information and reports as needed.
• Maintain high accuracy and quality within SLAs.
• Stay updated on vehicle damage, repair methods and valuations.

Skills

Body shop estimating

Vehicle knowledge

Image-based damage interpretation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Tools

Glass's

CAP

Audatex

HPI

VDA

Job description

As a Vehicle Image Damage Assessor at Copart, you'll use your industry knowledge and technical expertise to assess damaged vehicles from images and information, preparing accurate engineer's reports for insurance companies. You'll be making informed decisions about damage, repair requirements, vehicle values and salvage categories - so your eye for detail and understanding of vehicles really matters. You'll work from home, with occasional travel to Copart Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire or one of our Operation Centres when required. What you'll be doing

• Assessing vehicle damage using images, documentation and available vehicle information.
• Preparing accurate and detailed engineer's reports for insurance companies.
• Interpreting the extent of damage and understanding potential repair methods and consequences.
• Researching vehicle values, considering mileage, condition, previous damage, HPI information and other relevant factors.
• Assigning salvage categories in line with the ABI Code of Practice and Copart guidelines.
• Using estimating and valuation systems to support accurate assessments.
• Reviewing and amending vehicle information and reports where necessary.
• Working to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
• Keeping up to date with vehicle damage, repair methods, valuations and relevant industry requirements.

You’ll receive full training on Copart's internal systems and report-writing processes, so you can get up to speed with how we work.

We’re looking for someone who already has solid experience in vehicle damage assessment, estimating or a similar motor industry role. You'll have:

• Proven body shop estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of motor vehicles, different types of damage and repair methods.
• Experience using computerised repair estimating systems.
• Good knowledge of estimating and valuation tools such as Glass's, CAP, Audatex and HPI.
• Knowledge of VDA.
• An understanding of insurance claims procedures and the information requirements for different claim types.
• Knowledge of basic legal vehicle roadworthiness requirements under the Road Traffic Act.
• The ability to accurately interpret vehicle damage from images and supporting information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Membership of, or willingness to enrol with, a relevant professional body such as MIMI, IAEA or IRTE., If you're an experienced vehicle estimator or damage assessor looking for a role where you can put your expertise to good use - we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer you in return:

• Monday to Friday working between 8am-5pm, 40hr pw
• Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and an extra day for a personal special occasion.
• Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
• Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
• Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.