Location: Hounslow
Salary: £60,000 plus Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week
If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA, or Bodyshop Estimator who knows how to write a clean, accurate estimate first time — this is one you’ll want to look at.
This role would suit someone currently working as a Damage Assessor, Accident Repair Estimator, or Automotive Estimator looking for a stable, well-run bodyshop where you’re trusted to just get on with it.
Why You’ll Love This Role
* No weekends!
* Pension
* Consistent workflow in a well-established accident repair centre
* Down-to-earth team — no egos, just people getting on with it
* Bonus scheme that genuinely rewards accuracy and efficiency
* Real progression opportunities within a growing, reputable group
What You’ll Be Doing (and Doing Brilliantly)
* Assess vehicle damage and produce accurate, detailed repair estimates
* Use systems such as Audatex (or similar) to create and manage estimates
* Liaise with insurers, engineers, and customers to move claims forward
* Identify additional damage and update estimates accordingly
* Ensure all repairs are cost-effective and meet manufacturer standards
* Provide clear, accurate job instructions to the workshop team
* Manage your own workload to meet KPIs and turnaround targets
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Estimator / Bodyshop Estimator
* Strong understanding of accident repair methods and bodyshop processes
* Experience with estimating systems (Audatex, GT Motive, Glassmatix etc.)
* Sharp attention to detail — you take pride in getting it right first time
* Confident communicator with both customers and insurers
* ATA accreditation (nice to have, not essential)
* A team player with a professional, no-nonsense approach
If you're a VDA looking for somewhere that actually respects your skillset and doesn’t overcomplicate things — this is a solid move.
APPLY today — we’d love to speak with you.
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