Location: West Wickham
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Basic Salary
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor role where your expertise is recognised, your earning potential reflects your experience, and you can work in a modern, professional Bodyshop?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor, Vehicle Estimator, or VDA to join a busy and successful Accident Repair Centre. Offering an excellent salary package, a Monday to Friday working pattern, and the opportunity to work with the latest estimating systems and repair methods, this role is ideal for someone who takes pride in delivering accurate assessments and exceptional customer service.
Join a highly skilled Bodyshop team where your knowledge and attention to detail will play a vital role in ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to manufacturer standards.
What's in it for You?
£45,000 - £55,000 Basic Salary Depending on Experience
Monday to Friday Working Pattern
No Weekend Working
Modern, Well-Equipped Accident Repair Centre
Work with the Latest Estimating Software and Repair Technology
Long-Term Career Stability
Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
Supportive and Professional Team Environment
The Role
As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for inspecting damaged vehicles, producing accurate repair estimates, and supporting the Bodyshop through the repair process while maintaining exceptional quality and customer service standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
Inspecting damaged vehicles and preparing accurate repair estimates
Using Audatex or equivalent estimating software to produce repair costings
Identifying the correct repair methods in line with manufacturer specifications
Liaising with technicians, insurers, workshop controllers, and customers throughout the repair process
Monitoring repair progress and updating estimates where required
Ensuring repairs are completed in line with manufacturer standards and customer expectations
Supporting the Bodyshop in maintaining an efficient workflow and high productivity
About You
To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:
Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, Vehicle Estimator, VDA, or Bodyshop Estimator within an Accident Repair Centre
ATA Accreditation (preferred)
An up-to-date Audatex certification or extensive experience using Audatex estimating software
A recognised qualification such as NVQ, VCQ, SVQ, ATA, or equivalent
Strong knowledge of modern vehicle construction, repair techniques, and manufacturer repair methods
Excellent communication, organisational, and customer service skills
A professional, quality-focused approach with excellent attention to detail
Apply Today
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable Accident Repair Centre that offers excellent earning potential, a modern working environment, and genuine long-term career prospects.
If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor or Vehicle Estimator looking for your next challenge in West Wickham, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now for immediate consideration
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year