VDA, Estimator, Workshop Controller

VDA / ESTIMATOR / WORKSHOP CONTROLLER
Location: Lincoln
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor, Estimator, or Workshop Controller looking for your next challenge, this opportunity offers the chance to play a pivotal role within a professional and modern accident repair centre. With a competitive salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience, you'll be rewarded for your expertise while working in a business that values quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Enjoy a stable Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments, providing the work-life balance many automotive professionals are seeking. You'll join a forward-thinking team where your knowledge and leadership skills can make a real impact, with opportunities for further development and long-term career progression.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Competitive Salary (£45,000 - £55,000 DOE)
·Monday to Friday Working Pattern (8:00am - 5:00pm)
·Full-Time, Permanent Position
·22 days annual holiday (including bank holidays)
·Modern Working Environment
·Ongoing Training & Development
·Career Progression Opportunities
·Performance related Christmas bonus

THE ROLE
As a VDA / Estimator / Workshop Controller, you will be responsible for accurately assessing vehicle damage, producing repair estimates, managing repair workflows, and ensuring vehicles progress efficiently through the bodyshop while maintaining exceptional standards of customer service and quality.

Key Responsibilities:
·Inspect damaged vehicles and prepare accurate repair estimates using industry-approved systems
·Liaise with customers, insurers, engineers, and third-party stakeholders throughout the repair process
·Plan and manage workshop workloads to maximise efficiency and productivity
·Monitor vehicle progress and ensure repair deadlines are achieved
·Support technicians by providing repair guidance and technical information where required
·Maintain accurate repair documentation and job records
·Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer methods, health and safety standards, and company procedures
·Deliver outstanding customer service through regular communication and updates

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an organised, commercially aware, and customer-focused professional with a strong understanding of the vehicle repair process and bodyshop operations.
·Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, Estimator, Workshop Controller, or similar role within an accident repair centre
·Strong knowledge of vehicle repair methods and insurance repair processes
·Experience using estimating platforms such as Audatex, Thatcham, GT Motive, or similar systems
·Excellent organisational and workload management skills
·Strong communication and customer service abilities
·Ability to manage multiple repair jobs while maintaining attention to detail
·Full UK Driving Licence
·ATA Accreditation beneficial but not essential

Alternative Job Titles:
Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Estimator / Bodyshop Estimator / Accident Repair Estimator / Workshop Controller / Bodyshop Controller / Repair Progressor / Bodyshop Manager

APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that values its employees, offers genuine career progression, and provides long-term stability.
If you're looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration. Please contact Steve @ AutoSkills UK, quoting job reference 54067
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed