Details:
- Salary: £36,000 - 46,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: City of Edinburgh
- Date: 19 hours ago
Description:
VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR (VDA)
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000+ Basic Salary DOE | OTE £46,000+
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Are you an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next opportunity in Edinburgh? This full-time, permanent position offers a basic salary of £36,000 - £40,000+, depending on experience, with an OTE of £46,000+.
If you have a strong understanding of vehicle damage assessment, repair methods and estimating processes, this could be an excellent opportunity to use your technical expertise in an automotive accident repair environment.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·£36,000 - £40,000+ basic salary, depending on experience.
·OTE of £46,000+.
·Full-time, permanent employment.
·Monday-to-Friday working pattern.
·Working hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm.
·Opportunity to apply your vehicle damage assessment and estimating skills.
·A role focused on accurate assessments and professional repair standards.
THE ROLE
As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you'll inspect damaged vehicles, identify the repairs required and prepare accurate estimates to support the repair process. You'll work with relevant colleagues to help ensure repairs are assessed correctly and progress efficiently.
Your responsibilities will include:
·Inspecting damaged vehicles and assessing the extent of damage.
·Identifying appropriate repair methods and replacement parts.
·Preparing accurate repair estimates and documenting assessment findings.
·Using estimating systems such as Audatex or GT Global where applicable.
·Liaising with workshop colleagues about repair requirements and additional damage.
·Reviewing repair information to support efficient workflow and quality standards.
·Maintaining accurate records and following relevant repair procedures.
ABOUT YOU
·Hold an ATA / IMI accreditation in Vehicle Damage Assessment and be proficient in estimating systems such as Audatex / GT Global, with strong IT and system skills.
·Previous experience working as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA or Bodyshop Estimator.
·Strong understanding of vehicle damage, repair methods and parts requirements.
·Able to produce accurate estimates and maintain clear assessment records.
·Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with workshop colleagues.
·Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, professional assessments.
·Organised, reliable and able to manage competing priorities.
APPLY TODAY
If you're a qualified Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for a permanent opportunity in Edinburgh, with a basic salary of £36,000 - £40,000+ and an OTE of £46,000+, get in touch today.
For more information or to apply, contact Chris at AutoSkills UK and quote job number 54879.
Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment