- Location: Walsall
- Salary: £55,000 basic + Uncapped Bonus
- Sector: Accident Repair / Automotive
Are you an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking to take the next step in your career? Or an established Lead VDA ready for a fresh challenge?
We are currently recruiting for a Lead Vehicle Damage Assessor to join a busy, modern and well-equipped accident repair centre in Walsall.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing operation with significant investment in its facilities, technology and people. You will combine hands-on vehicle damage assessments and estimating with team leadership, operational support and a focus on delivering outstanding repair standards.
With a competitive basic salary of £55,000 and an uncapped bonus structure, this role offers excellent earning potential alongside genuine opportunities for career development.
The VDA Role – What You'll Be Doing
- Carrying out detailed inspections of accident-damaged vehicles and accurately assessing repair requirements.
- Producing comprehensive electronic and manual repair estimates.
- Identifying and specifying appropriate repair methods in line with Thatcham and BSI standards.
- Liaising with insurance companies to secure repair authorisation.
- Communicating repair methods and technical information clearly to customers, engineers and technicians.
- Supporting and guiding the estimating team, helping drive performance and maintain high standards.
- Monitoring repair processes to ensure quality, efficiency and compliance.
- Keeping up to date with manufacturer repair methods, technical bulletins and insurer requirements.
- Working closely with workshop management and operational teams to ensure vehicles are repaired safely and efficiently.
- Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor within the accident repair industry.
- Experience in a senior or leadership capacity, or the ambition and ability to step into a Lead VDA position.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle repair methods, estimating systems and industry standards.
- A good understanding of Thatcham and BSI repair procedures.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to manage workload, support colleagues and drive operational performance.
- A customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- £55,000 basic salary.
- Uncapped monthly bonus scheme offering excellent earning potential.
- Guaranteed average bonus payments whilst on annual leave.
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday.
- Life assurance at twice your basic salary.
- Pension scheme and employee share-saving opportunities.
- Exclusive vehicle leasing schemes.
- Access to a wide range of retail discounts and cashback offers.
- Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 GP access, mental health support and physiotherapy.
- Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
- Financial wellbeing benefits and flexible access to earned pay.
- Ongoing training, development and genuine opportunities for career progression.
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