Vehicle Damage Estimator | Visa & Accommodation Provided

On Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 446.000 - 558.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Technical training

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

On Consulting (Pty) Ltd is recruiting a meticulous Vehicle Damage Estimator to manage digital assessments and costings for collision-damaged vehicles in Dubai. You will evaluate damage, prepare accurate estimates and negotiate approvals with insurance assessors to maximise profitability and minimize cycle times.

Role requires 3–5 years in a busy collision repair or motor claims environment, with proficiency in Audatex/Abuntex/Vantage and knowledge of OEM repair methods.

Formación

• 3–5 years experience as Estimator or Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA).
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Audatex/Abuntex/Vantage is compulsory.
• Strong understanding of vehicle structure, panel beating, painting and mechanical/electrical components.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills with insurance representatives.
• Trade qualifications or VDA certification are advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Damage assessment through physical and digital inspections of accident-damaged vehicles, identifying outer damage and hidden failures.
• Use estimating software to prepare detailed cost breakdowns for labour, paint, parts and materials.
• Submit digital assessments and negotiate methods and costs with insurance assessors to secure approvals.
• Ensure OEM repair methods compliance, including ADAS calibrations and high-strength steel welding protocols.
• Identify hidden damage during stripping and submit supplemental estimates to insurers to prevent delays.
• Coordinate with Parts Department to verify pricing, supersessions and part availability before finalizing costs.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Educación

Grade 12 / Matric

Trade qualifications / VDA certification

Herramientas

Audatex

Abuntex

Vantage

Descripción del empleo

On Consulting (Pty) Ltd is recruiting a meticulous Vehicle Damage Estimator to manage digital assessments and costings for collision-damaged vehicles in Dubai. You will evaluate damage, prepare accurate estimates and negotiate approvals with insurance assessors to maximise profitability and minimize cycle times.

Role requires 3–5 years in a busy collision repair or motor claims environment, with proficiency in Audatex/Abuntex/Vantage and knowledge of OEM repair methods.