- Location: Dudley, West Midlands
- Salary: £50,000 Basic + £60,000 OTE – Uncapped Bonus
- Contract: Permanent | Full-Time.
Are you an experienced ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next career move, with the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings?
We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor to join a busy, well-established accident repair operation in Dudley.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled VDA who takes pride in producing accurate estimates, maintaining high repair standards and delivering outstanding customer service.
With a competitive basic salary of up to £50,000 and an uncapped bonus structure offering an OTE of £60,000, this role provides excellent earning potential alongside the opportunity to develop your career within a professional and supportive environment.
The Role – What You'll Be Doing as a VDA
- Carrying out detailed inspections of accident-damaged vehicles.
- Accurately assessing vehicle damage and producing comprehensive repair estimates.
- Preparing electronic and manual estimates in line with industry standards.
- Identifying appropriate repair methods in accordance with Thatcham and BSI guidelines.
- Liaising with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisation.
- Communicating effectively with customers, technicians, engineers and colleagues.
- Monitoring repair processes to ensure quality, efficiency and safety standards are maintained.
- Keeping up to date with manufacturer repair methods, technical bulletins and insurer requirements.
- Supporting the wider team and helping maintain excellent operational performance.
- Previous experience working as a Vehicle Damage Assessor within an accident repair environment.
- ATA accreditation as a Vehicle Damage Assessor.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle repair methods and industry standards.
- Experience producing accurate and commercially sound repair estimates.
- Good understanding of Thatcham and BSI repair procedures.
- Confident communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Basic salary up to £50,000, dependent on experience.
- £60,000 OTE with uncapped bonus potential.
- Monthly performance-related bonus scheme.
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Additional day off for your birthday.
- Life assurance.
- Pension scheme.
- Exclusive vehicle leasing opportunities.
- Retail discounts and cashback benefits.
- Health and well-being support, including 24/7 GP access.
- Dental, health cash plan and travel insurance options.
- Financial well-being benefits.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
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