EXPERIENCED VDA / ESTIMATOR
Location: Sheffield
Salary: From £45,000 Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00
Looking for a role where your VDA and estimating expertise is recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?
If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator looking to move into a professional and well-organised accident repair environment, this is an excellent opportunity to utilise your knowledge and experience while taking the next step in your career.
Offering a competitive salary from £45,000 depending on experience, this role provides the opportunity to work within a modern bodyshop alongside an experienced team. With a Monday to Friday working pattern and no weekend commitments, you'll also benefit from an excellent work-life balance while continuing to develop your technical, estimating and customer-facing skills.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive Salary - From £45,000 DOE
Monday to Friday Working Pattern
08:30am - 5:00pm
Full-Time, Permanent Position
No Weekend Working
Modern Bodyshop Environment
Ongoing Training & Development
Career Progression Opportunities
Supportive and Experienced Team
THE ROLE
As an Experienced VDA / Estimator, you will be responsible for assessing accident-damaged vehicles, preparing accurate repair estimates and ensuring repairs are planned and authorised efficiently. You'll work closely with customers, insurers, repair technicians and management to ensure vehicles are repaired safely, efficiently and to the highest possible standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out accurate vehicle damage assessments and identify the full extent of accident damage
Produce detailed and accurate repair estimates using appropriate estimating systems
Liaise with customers, insurers, engineers and other relevant parties throughout the repair process
Ensure repair methods and estimates comply with manufacturer and industry standards
Review repair requirements and identify additional damage or supplementary work where necessary
Work closely with Panel, MET and Paint Technicians to ensure efficient vehicle throughput
Monitor repair progress and communicate any changes or delays effectively
Ensure all repair documentation, estimates and processes are completed accurately and professionally
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced, commercially aware and customer-focused VDA / Estimator with a strong background within the automotive accident repair industry.
Proven experience working as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator
Previous experience within an accident repair centre or automotive bodyshop
Strong knowledge of vehicle damage assessment and accident repair processes
Experience producing accurate repair estimates and supplements
Confident using automotive estimating systems and relevant technology
Strong understanding of manufacturer repair methods and industry standards
Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
Professional, organised and commercially aware approach
Strong team player with the ability to work independently
IMI / ATA qualification advantageous
Full UK Driving Licence preferred
Alternative Job Titles:
VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Damage Estimator / Estimator / Automotive Estimator / Bodyshop Estimator / Accident Repair Estimator / Vehicle Assessor / Repair Estimator / Automotive Damage Assessor
APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced VDA / Estimator to join a professional accident repair business offering a competitive salary from £45,000 depending on experience, a Monday to Friday working pattern and genuine long-term career stability.
If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise, estimating ability, customer service skills and industry experience will be recognised and rewarded within a supportive and modern bodyshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now for immediate consideration.
Contact UK - Job Reference - 54590