Vehicle damage assessor

Estimator / VDA Vacancy - Slough!

Up To £50,000 Salary Dependent On Experience

Monday To Friday (45 Hour Week) / Saturdays When Required (Very Rare)

Well-Established Busy Accident Repair Bodyshop Environment

ATA Advantageous Although Not Essential, Audatex Training Required

Our Client, an well-established Accident Repair Bodyshop with sites across Berkshire and Buckinghamshire, are currently looking for an experienced Estimator / VDA to join their team in Slough!

The Estimator VDA will be responsible for assisting with assessing the level and extent of damage to vehicles following accidents and determine if the vehicle can be repaired and the work that needs to be carried out in order to repair it.

Duties for this Estimator / VDA will commonly include:

Assessing the extent of damage to the structural, body, mechanical, electrical and interior components of the vehicle

Estimating parts and labour costs to repair damage

Preparing insurance forms to indicate repair costs and recommendations

Negotiating contracts with material suppliers

Monitoring efficiency of work and processes to ensure quality repairs

The Estimator / VDA will need to be able to demonstrate:

Previous Audatex knowledge / ATA NVQ Qualifications advantageous

The ability to keep up to date with developments in engine and electrical technologies

Strong communication skills

Good time management skills

Strong management and leadership skills

Good communication and organisational skills

Our Client is rewarding the successful Estimator VDA with a competitive salary of up to £50,000 dependent on experience. Monday to Friday working hours (45 hour week 8am - 5pm) with Saturdays required only rarely due to business needs.

If you are interested in this Estimator / VDA Job or any other Bodyshop Jobs in Berkshire, please contact Dee Hogger at Perfect Placement Today!

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