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Vehicle Damage Assessor
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Job summary
CompanyFix Auto Paignton
Advertiser typeAgency
CategoryTrades & Services
Subcategory
CountryUnited Kingdom
LocationUnited Kingdom
LanguageEnglish - United Kingdom (en-GB)
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Employment typePermanent
Work hoursFull Time
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At Fix Auto Paignton we deliver right first-time repair solutions that include value, service, speed and quality for our customers.
We currently have a vacancy for an experienced Estimator/ VDA. Ideally you should have a minimum of 3 experience in a similar role and hold a valid ATA VDA qualification.
Salary negotiable dependent upon experience. In addition there is the opportunity to earn bonus.
The successful candidate will:
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, Manufacturer methods and 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.
check and audit final repair specifications for authorisation to be invoiced.
excellent communication skills as the majority of authorisations are negotiated remotely.
High level of personal and professional integrity.
We also provide access to several employee benefits including:
Friends and Family Discount Scheme
Retail Discounts savings at high street stores
At Fix Auto Paignton we provide support and training from IMI (ATA) Accreditations to Leadership Programmes to build your future career with us.
If you are looking for a unique opportunity, please email your CV to Stephanie Llewellyn - Head of HR.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Additional leave
Employee discount
Store discount
Experience:
VDA/ Estimator: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
ATA VDA qualification (preferred)
Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
We currently have a vacancy for an experienced Estimator/ VDA. Ideally you should have a minimum of 3 experience in a similar role and hold a valid ATA VDA qualification.
Salary negotiable dependent upon experience. In addition there is the opportunity to earn bonus.
The successful candidate will:
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, Manufacturer methods and 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.
check and audit final repair specifications for authorisation to be invoiced.
excellent communication skills as the majority of authorisations are negotiated remotely.
High level of personal and professional integrity.
We also provide access to several employee benefits including:
Friends and Family Discount Scheme
Retail Discounts savings at high street stores
At Fix Auto Paignton we provide support and training from IMI (ATA) Accreditations to Leadership Programmes to build your future career with us.
If you are looking for a unique opportunity, please email your CV to Stephanie Llewellyn - Head of HR.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Additional leave
Employee discount
Store discount
Experience:
VDA/ Estimator: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
ATA VDA qualification (preferred)
Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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