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Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator

The Solution Auto
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Castleford, West Yorkshire WF102JA, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator position is available in the Castleford area, offering a salary of up to £45K.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in the automotive repair industry and be ATA accredited.
  • Responsibilities include carrying out computerized estimates, communicating with customers, and monitoring vehicle progress through repairs.
  • The role also involves negotiating estimates and identifying opportunities for non-insurance related repairs.
  • In addition to a competitive salary, the position comes with various perks, including a bonus scheme, pension contributions, and discounts on products and services.

Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator - Castleford Area

We are looking for a VDA/Estimator in the Castleford area.

Up to £45K basic and a whole host of other perks, benefits, overtime and bonuses!

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out computerised estimates using Audatex
  • Communicate with customers to provide repair information and an indication of completion time
  • Compile all relevant information and complete supporting documentation
  • Record all estimate / repair information on the Advance system
  • Monitor progress of the vehicle through the repair process
  • Negotiate estimates with the Engineer when required
  • Discuss claim related issues with the Engineers
  • To identify opportunities for non-insurance related repairs
  • To conduct mobile and drive by estimates
  • To maintain and secure allocated equipment
  • To assist other team members as and when required

Qualifications:Proven experience or knowledge of working in the automotive repair industry

  • ATA Accredited
  • Customer service skills - experience of delivery high quality service to customers
  • Planning and organisational skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability managing workflow across a number of department/specialisms
  • Valid driving licence

Benefits

  • A competitive bonus scheme
  • Group income protection with access to a GP and medical advice 24 hours per day for yourself and your family
  • Excellent benefits and rewards packages
  • Competitive employer matched pension contributions
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and benefits schemes
  • Discounts and schemes for electric vehicle purchase for all employees
  • Holding several main manufacturer approvals - Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini, and Volkswagen
  • Well known for prestigious award winning in the industry, customer service, apprenticeships, and IT systems fields

If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you, please apply with an up to date CV and we will be in touch to discuss your application further.

Who are you applying to?

The Solution Automotive Recruitment have been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have a fantastic relationship with all our clients and candidates across the country, many very long standing relationships. If you are skilled and experienced Automotive candidate, we want to hear from you and rest assured, you'll be dealing with a person, not just a consultant!

Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we get, we can only respond to the candidates who match the criteria set for this vacancy. We will retain your CV on our database and make contact as and when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV anywhere without your permission

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.