- Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week – flexible working hours available
- Carry out thorough vehicle damage assessments following accident damage.
- Prepare accurate estimates for vehicle repairs using appropriate estimating systems.
- Assess repair methods, parts requirements and labour times.
- Liaise with insurance companies and other relevant parties regarding repair authorisation.
- Communicate with customers regarding vehicle damage, repairs and expected timescales.
- Work closely with the workshop team to ensure repair plans are accurate and achievable.
- Monitor repair progress and amend estimates where additional damage is identified.
- Ensure all repairs are planned and completed in line with manufacturer and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure all relevant systems are kept up to date.
- Help ensure vehicles are returned to customers within agreed timescales.
- Maintain a high level of customer service throughout the repair process.
- Previous experience working as a VDA within a bodyshop or accident repair environment.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle repair methods and accident damage.
- Experience producing accurate repair estimates.
- Good understanding of insurance repair processes.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- The ability to manage multiple vehicles and priorities effectively.
- A professional and proactive approach to work.
- The ability to work effectively with customers, insurers and workshop colleagues.
- Up to £45,000 basic salary depending on experience
- Monday to Friday working week
- 42.5 hours per week with flexibility around working hours
- Quarterly bonus based on site performance and targets
- Opportunity to join an established and professional bodyshop
- Varied role within a busy accident repair environment
- Excellent opportunity for an experienced VDA to develop their career
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