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Vehicle Damage Assessor Job in Plymouth

Devon
Plymouth
Accident Repair Centre, Vehicle Damage Assessor
£44000 - £48000 per annum
147404
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Our client, a leading UK automotive repair group, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to work across multiple sites in the South West, including Exeter, Plymouth, Barnstaple, Redruth, and Torbay, providing essential support during busy periods and holiday seasons. The role offers a chance to be part of a reputable organisation that values career development and employee well-being.

Benefits:
  • Competitive annual salary of up to £44,000, with uncapped bonus potential and realistic OTE up to £48,000
  • Company vehicle provided for regional mobility
  • Bonus schemes, including uncapped monthly bonuses and guaranteed bonuses during holiday periods
  • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
  • Comprehensive pension plan and share scheme options
  • Use of state-of-the-art estimating software and ongoing training
  • Supportive team environment focused on personal and professional development
  • Flexibility and autonomy within the role, with travel considerations taken into account
Duties of a Vehicle Damage Assessor:
  • Accurately estimating vehicle damage on a wide range of makes and models, assessing repair requirements
  • Using Audatex estimating software to prepare electronic and manual repair estimates
  • Ensuring compliance with Thatcham Repair Methods and BSi safety standards when identifying repair procedures
  • Communicating effectively with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisations and ensuring cost accuracy
  • Explaining repair methodologies clearly to technicians and customers for transparency
  • Maintaining precise records of estimates, repair processes, and customer interactions as a Vehicle Damage Assessor
  • Supporting multiple sites across the South West to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery
  • Staying current with industry repair standards and safety regulations
Requirements of a Vehicle Damage Assessor:
  • Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator, ideally within a bodyshop environment
  • Proficiency in Audatex estimating software
  • NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or ATA / IMI qualification preferred
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle body repairs, diagnostics, and safety standards
  • Full UK Manual Driving Licence essential
  • Good organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to support multiple sites across the South West region
  • Good understanding of Thatcham repair methodologies and safety standards
Contact Sam Enderby, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Plymouth and Devon today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Damage Assessor opportunity.

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