VDA Motor Bodies Weston Ltd currently has a vacancy for a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Salary Dependent upon experience £33,000 - £40,000 plus bonus Full Time/ 40 hours a week with an hour unpaid lunch break 8.00 – 5.00pm We currently have a vacancy for an experienced Estimator/ VDA. Ideally you should have a experience in a similar role and hold a valid ATA VDA qualification. The successful candidate will: Duties * Have a good understanding of modern repair techniques on a variety of vehicle makes and models. * Be capable of inspecting and assessing damaged vehicles. * Prepare accurate estimates and safe repair methods using computerised estimating systems such as Audatex and Thatcham Escribe data. * Be conversant with Bodyshop management systems. * Negotiate with customers and engineers to agree repair costings and any additional supplementary work required. * Keep customers updated during the repair process. * Produce workshop job schedules whilst liaising regularly with workshop staff to update the repair process. * Liaise with parts supplier to ensure correct parts are ordered and delivered. * Excellent communication skills as the majority of authorisations are negotiated remotely. * High level of personal and professional integrity. Qualifications ·Proven experience in Estimating and customer service, preferably holding a current ATA and relev...