Vehicle Damage Assessor

Location: Hayes

Salary: £40,000+ Basic Salary DOE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

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.

• £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

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

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

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.