Croydon
Up to £55,000 OTE £65,000 (Car allowance if required due to further travel)
Permanent position, Monday to Friday
Realistic and Achievable monthly bonus
30 days annual leave (inc bank holidays) academy, IMI and ATA training
Immediate interviews available For more information, please call Rochelle on (phone number removed)
Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA
Our client is offering an excellent opportunity for a talented and experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to become a vital part of a leading accident repair group at their facility in Croydon.
This isn't just another job - it's your chance to join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of the vehicle repair industry. You'll play a crucial role in delivering precision damage assessments, creating accurate repair estimates using cutting-edge systems, and ensuring every vehicle is restored to the highest possible standard of safety and quality.
Your expertise will directly shape the customer experience and reinforce the business's stellar reputation for excellence, craftsmanship, and trust. If you're looking for a role where your skills are valued, your input makes a real impact, and your career can truly thrive - this is it!!
The Role - Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA
Inspect damaged vehicles, assessing the full extent of damage, repair costs, and timescales
Identify the correct prescribed repair method and ensure accurate documentation
Prepare computerised and manual estimates, keeping up-to-date records of all work
Liaise with insurance companies to gain repair authorisations and confirm repair costs
Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure correct repair methodology is followed
Ensure all amendments to repairs are authorised by insurers
Work closely with bodyshop staff to ensure prescribed repair methods are carried out correctlyAbout You
Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator
Audatex experience is essential
Strong communication and organisational skills
Able to work efficiently in a busy, professional accident repair environmentHow to Apply
If you're an experienced VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
IND123
We specialise in placing candidates with the following skill sets: Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Bodyshop MET, Bodyshop Mechanic, Vehicle Painter, Vehicle Paint Sprayer, Vehicle Prepper, Paint Prepper, Bodyshop Technicians, Accident repair, Vehicle body repair, coach builder, VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Bodyshop Estimator, Vehicle Technician, Workshop Controller, Bodyshop Controller, SMART Repairer and Bodyshop Managers
Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year