Are you an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator looking for a new challenge within a reputable and established accident repair centre?
Our client, a family-run independent automotive accident repair business operating in East Bristol since 1972, is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with some of the most prestigious vehicles on the road and grow your career in a supportive environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive starting salary between £40,000 and £47,000 per annum, negotiable based on experience
- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Industry-leading training and development programmes
- Pension scheme
- Opportunity to work with high-end, prestigious vehicles
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, 40-hour week
- Work within a long-established, reputable Bristol-based business
Duties:
- Prepare manual and computerised vehicle repair estimates accurately, ensuring compliance with insurer and customer requirements
- Maintain comprehensive records of all estimates, identifying unauthorised work and gaining prior authorisation before proceeding
- Liaise with the bodyshop team to communicate work requirements and ensure seamless workflow
- Advise on total loss claims and liaise with insurance companies accordingly
- Uphold all health and safety regulations within the workshop environment
- Follow up on unauthorised estimates and report reasons to management
- Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering professional and transparent assessments
- Adhere to industry standards, including health and safety policies, at all times
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator
- Ideally, Audatex trained/qualified
- Experience with Autoflow Bodyshop Management System is advantageous
- Manufacturer training and ATA accreditation are desirable but not essential
- Full UK driving licence with minimal points
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
If you are a highly motivated Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator seeking a career with a leading Bristol accident repair specialist, apply today. Our client offers a rewarding environment where your skills and experience will be truly valued.
Contact Josh Buck, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Bristol and the surrounding region, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.
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