Roaming VDA
HP4 Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: Roaming Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA)
Location: South West Region
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 Per annum dependant on experience and qualifications
Benefits:
- Monthly bonus scheme
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
- Free life assurance (x2 salary)
- Company car provided (business use & travel between sites)
- Pension & share/save schemes
- Exclusive vehicle leasing schemes
- Retail discounts & cashback platform
- Health & wellbeing package (24/7 GP, mental health support, physio, health cash plan, dental & travel cover)
- Financial wellbeing app with flexible pay options
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Roaming Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to cover the South West region. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading national bodyshop organisation in a highly varied and mobile role, supporting multiple sites across the region.
This position has become available due to internal promotion and offers excellent long-term stability, variety, and career progression.
The Role
As a Roaming VDA, you will:
- Work across multiple sites within the South West region
- Support workshops during peak periods, holidays, training, and operational cover
- Produce accurate vehicle damage assessments and repair estimates
- Identify correct repair methods in line with manufacturer and Thatcham standards
- Liaise with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisation
- Communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and customers
- Maintain accurate electronic and manual records of estimates
- Ensure compliance with BSI safety standards and insurer requirements
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Be a proven Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Estimator
- Have experience using Audatex
- Hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
- Hold ATA or IMI accreditation (essential)
- Have a strong background within a bodyshop environment
- Hold a full UK Manual Driving Licence
- Be confident working independently across multiple sites
Training & Development
- Ongoing industry training and development
- Exposure to multiple sites and operational environments
- Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
- Continuous updates on manufacturer and insurer repair methods
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for a mobile role with variety, strong earning potential, and excellent benefits, apply today.
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