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Job description
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are recruiting an experienced *Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA / Estimator)* to join one of the South East’s leading accident repair groups. Based at a modern, manufacturer-approved bodyshop in Shepperton, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that values quality, teamwork, and employee wellbeing.
You will play a key role in assessing vehicle damage, preparing accurate repair estimates, and ensuring a smooth customer journey from inspection to handover.
Key Responsibilities
* Accurately assess vehicle damage and produce detailed repair estimates
* Identify required repairs and parts using strong mechanical knowledge
* Ensure repairs meet NVQ standards and internal quality controls
* Liaise with customers, insurers, and workshop teams professionally
* Manage customer handovers efficiently and accurately
* Upsell additional services where appropriate to enhance customer satisfaction
* Maintain high attention to detail across all assessments
Requirements
* Minimum *3 years’ experience* in a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator role
* ATA or NVQ qualification *desirable but not essential*
* Strong technical and mechanical understanding of vehicle repairs
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced bodyshop environment
About the Business
This BS10125-certified bodyshop is manufacturer approved for *Ford, Nissan, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Vauxhall, Chrysler, Peugeot, Citroën, Hyundai, and Suzuki*.
The business operates a *small group of three bodyshops*, offering a personal, close-knit working environment where every employee is valued and supported.
Employee Benefits
* Competitive salary with *monthly performance-related bonus*
* Company pension scheme
* Health and wellbeing support via *Health Assured*
* *20 days annual leave + bank holidays*
* Supportive team culture with genuine career stability
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please email your CV.
We act as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and age groups. Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates may be contacted. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
