Vehicle Damage Assessor

A well‑established bodyshop is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to join the team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role and ideally hold a valid ATA VDA qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately inspect and assess damaged vehicles.
  
• Prepare detailed estimates and safe repair methods using computerised systems such as Audatex and Thatcham Escribe.
  
• Work confidently with bodyshop management systems.
  
• Negotiate repair costs and supplementary work with customers and engineers.
  
• Keep customers updated throughout the repair process.
  
• Produce workshop job schedules and regularly liaise with workshop staff.
  
• Communicate effectively with parts suppliers to ensure timely and accurate parts ordering.
  
• Maintain excellent communication skills, especially when negotiating remote authorisations.
  
• Demonstrate a high level of personal and professional integrity.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in vehicle estimating and customer service.
  
• ATA VDA qualification preferred.
  

Employee Benefits

• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
  
• Holiday entitlement increases after every 5 years of service
  
• Death in Service benefit
  

To apply send your CV to Jack @Pyus Recruitment