Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Hayes
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Vehicle Estimator
Location: Hayes
Salary: £40,000+ Basic Salary DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor role where your expertise is recognised, your experience is valued, and you can be part of a high-performing Bodyshop?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and modern Accident Repair Centre where you'll play a key role in ensuring vehicles are assessed accurately and repaired to the highest manufacturer standards. Working alongside a skilled Bodyshop team, you'll help maintain an efficient repair process while delivering outstanding quality and customer satisfaction.
If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for a long-term opportunity within a professional Bodyshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.
What's in it for You?
£40,000+ Basic Salary Depending on Experience
Monday to Friday Working Pattern
No Weekend Working
Modern Accident Repair Centre
Long-Term Career Stability
Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
Supportive and Professional Team Environment
Opportunity to Work with Modern Vehicle Repair Technology
The Role
As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for accurately assessing vehicle damage, producing repair estimates, and ensuring repairs are completed in line with manufacturer standards and industry best practices.
Your responsibilities will include:
Inspecting damaged vehicles and producing accurate repair estimates
Identifying the correct repair methods in line with manufacturer specifications
Preparing estimates using Audatex or equivalent estimating systems
Liaising with technicians, workshop controllers, insurers, and customers throughout the repair process
Monitoring repair progress and updating estimates where required
Ensuring all repairs comply with quality and safety standards
Supporting the Bodyshop to achieve productivity and customer satisfaction targets
About You
To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:
Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, Vehicle Estimator, VDA, or Vehicle Inspector within a busy Bodyshop or Accident Repair Centre
ATA Accreditation (preferred)
An up-to-date Audatex certification or strong experience using Audatex estimating software
A recognised qualification such as NVQ, VCQ, SVQ, ATA, or equivalent
Strong knowledge of modern vehicle construction and repair techniques
Excellent communication, organisational, and customer service skills
The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
Apply Today
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Accident Repair Centre that offers a modern working environment, ongoing career development, and genuine long-term stability.
If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor or Vehicle Estimator looking for your next challenge in Hayes, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now for immediate consideration