VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR (SITTINGBOURNE)

Location: Sittingbourne
Salary: up to £55,000 Plus Bonus
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Benefits: 30 Days Holiday, Bonus Scheme, Career Development Opportunities
Are you a skilled Vehicle Damage Assessor with a passion for delivering high-quality assessments and estimates? Our client, a well-established and reputable body shop in Stourbridge, is looking for a talented Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your career and contribute to a top-tier automotive repair centre.

Key Responsibilities of a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / VDA:

• Accurately assess vehicle damage and create detailed repair estimates using Audatex software.
• Use your expert knowledge to provide accurate vehicle assessments and estimates for repairs in line with industry standards.
• Maximise profitability by offering professional sales techniques and ensuring efficient repair schedules.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing a high level of service and addressing queries and concerns promptly.
• Work in collaboration with the workshop team to ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with industry regulations and guidelines.
• Maximise efficiency and cost control in line with company policies and manufacturer requirements.

Qualifications and Skills Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Estimator / VDA:

• ATA Qualified (Preferred), or equivalent qualification (e.g., NVQ, IMI, SVQ).
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor within a fast-paced accident repair centre or body shop environment.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair techniques and the latest industry standards.
• Experience using Audatex for estimating and assessments.
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to engage with customers and maximise profitability.
• A strong team player with a commitment to achieving high standards of customer care.

• Accurately assess vehicle damage and create detailed repair estimates using Audatex software.
• Use your expert knowledge to provide accurate vehicle assessments and estimates for repairs in line with industry standards.
• Maximise profitability by offering professional sales techniques and ensuring efficient repair schedules.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing a high level of service and addressing queries and concerns promptly.
• Work in collaboration with the workshop team to ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with industry regulations and guidelines.
• Maximise efficiency and cost control in line with company policies and manufacturer requirements