Job Salary
£38,000/annum
Job Location
Poole
Location Type
On-site
Job type
Permanent
Job Category
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Company
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EXPERIENCED VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR (VDA) / ESTIMATOR

Location: Poole

Salary: Up to £38,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your estimating expertise is valued, your experience is recognised, and your career can continue to progress?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Estimator to join a professional accident repair centre, working within a modern bodyshop environment where accuracy, technical knowledge, and quality standards are central to the repair process.

Offering a salary of up to £38,000 depending on experience, this position provides the opportunity to build on your estimating experience while enjoying a consistent Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments. You'll work alongside an experienced team of technicians and operational staff, with opportunities for ongoing training and career development in a professional environment focused on efficient repairs and customer satisfaction.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Competitive Salary - Up to £38,000 Depending on Experience
  • Monday to Friday Working Pattern - 08:00-17:00
  • Full-Time, Permanent Position
  • Modern Workshop Environment
  • Ongoing Training & Development
  • Career Progression Opportunities
  • No Weekend Commitments

THE ROLE

As an Experienced VDA / Estimator, you'll be responsible for assessing accident-damaged vehicles, preparing accurate repair estimates, and ensuring repair methods, labour requirements, and parts costs are identified correctly. You'll play a key role in supporting the bodyshop's workflow, liaising with relevant stakeholders, and ensuring repairs are completed efficiently in line with manufacturer procedures and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess accident-damaged vehicles and determine the appropriate repair methods and processes.
  • Prepare accurate estimates covering labour, parts, materials, and repair times.
  • Use relevant estimating systems and follow manufacturer repair procedures.
  • Identify additional damage during the repair process and prepare supplementary estimates where required.
  • Liaise with customers, insurers, engineers, and other relevant parties regarding repair requirements and authorisation.
  • Work closely with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians, Paint Sprayers, and Workshop Controllers to support efficient workflow.
  • Monitor repair progress and help ensure work remains within agreed estimates and timescales.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure estimates comply with quality, safety, and industry standards.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for a detail-oriented and commercially aware VDA / Estimator with strong technical knowledge of accident repair processes and the ability to produce accurate, efficient, and cost-effective repair assessments.

  • Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA, or Estimator within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop.
  • Strong understanding of vehicle damage assessment, repair methods, labour times, and parts costing.
  • Experience using automotive estimating systems and preparing accurate repair estimates.
  • Knowledge of manufacturer repair procedures and current accident repair industry standards.
  • Confident communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with customers, insurers, engineers, and workshop teams.
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage workload effectively and work to deadlines in a busy bodyshop environment.
  • IMI and/or ATA VDA qualifications advantageous.
  • Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Alternative Job Titles: Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Vehicle Damage Estimator / Accident Repair Estimator / Automotive Estimator / Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Repair Estimator / Motor Claims Estimator / Accident Damage Assessor / Automotive Damage Assessor.

APPLY TODAY

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair business offering a salary of up to £38,000 depending on experience, a modern working environment, and a Monday to Friday schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance.

If you're an experienced VDA / Estimator looking for your next career move, where your technical expertise, accuracy, and industry knowledge are valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.

Contact Steve @ AutoSkills UK - Job Reference - 55022