VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: Basic Salary: £40,000 - £45,000+ DOE | OTE: £50,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for a role where your estimating expertise is recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and you can enjoy a better work-life balance?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established accident repair centre that values quality, teamwork, and professional development. If you're looking to move into a business where your experience is trusted, your workload is well managed, and your contribution genuinely makes a difference, this could be the role for you.

Offering a competitive salary, achievable earning potential, and Monday to Friday working hours, this position provides long-term stability alongside the chance to develop your career within a modern Bodyshop environment equipped with the latest repair methods and technology.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Competitive basic salary of £40,000 - £45,000+ DOE
·OTE of £50,000
·Monday to Friday working hours (45 hours per week)
·Long-term career stability
·Modern accident repair centre with up-to-date equipment
·Supportive and professional working environment
·Ongoing career development opportunities

THE ROLE
As a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator, you'll play a key role in the repair process, ensuring accurate assessments are completed efficiently while maintaining exceptional customer service and repair quality throughout.

Key responsibilities include:
·Inspecting damaged vehicles and producing accurate repair estimates using recognised estimating systems.
·Assessing repair methods in line with manufacturer standards and insurance requirements.
·Liaising with customers, insurers, engineers and technicians throughout the repair process.
·Ordering and monitoring required parts to support efficient repairs.
·Managing repair progress and updating customers on vehicle status.
·Ensuring all estimates and documentation are completed accurately and compliantly.
·Working closely with the workshop team to maximise productivity and repair quality.
·Delivering an excellent customer experience from estimate through to vehicle handover.

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor who enjoys working in a fast-paced Bodyshop environment and takes pride in delivering accurate estimates and outstanding customer service.

You will ideally have:
·Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, Vehicle Estimator or Bodyshop Estimator within a Bodyshop or accident repair centre.
·Strong knowledge of vehicle repair methods and insurance repair procedures.
·Experience using estimating software such as Audatex or similar systems.
·Excellent organisational and communication skills.
·The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure.
·A high level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.
·A full UK driving licence.

APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business that values its employees, offers genuine career progression, and provides long-term stability within a professional accident repair environment.

If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator looking for your next challenge in Huddersfield, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration.  Contact Chris at AutoSkills UK and quote job number 54364.