Vehicle Damage Assessor in Wigan)

Job Title: Vehicle Damage Assessor

Location: Wigan

Hours: M-F 7am-5pm

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Company vehicle

Benefits: Company Vehicle, Mobile, Laptop, Bonus scheme, free onsite parking, increasing holiday + Simply Health programme

Vehicle Damage Assessor Opportunity

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor with a strong accident repair background to join a multi-site Fleet Maintenance company in the Wigan Bodyshop. This position is for a skilled VDA / Estimator and requires an experienced candidate who can work competently on Audatex and has a background in the accident repair industry within the HGV Sector.

Key Responsibilities of the Vehicle Damage Assessor

1. Inspect damaged trucks, trailers, and vans to assess the full extent of the damage, estimate repair costs, and determine repair timeframes.
2. Attend customer sites and other depots within the Northwest.
3. Identify the correct repair methods and ensure they align with industry standards.
4. Prepare and maintain accurate computerized and manual estimates, keeping records up to date.
5. Obtain repair authorisation from insurance companies and confirm repair costs.
6. Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure a clear understanding of the repair process.
7. Ensure any changes to repair work are approved by the insurance company.
8. As a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA), coordinate with body shop personnel to ensure they fully understand and follow the prescribed repair method once authorisation is received.

Vehicle Damage Assessor Requirements

1. Audatex experience is highly desirable.
2. Experience as a VDA / Vehicle Estimator within the HGV Sector is essential.
3. ATA qualification would be an advantage.

Vehicle Damage Assessor Benefits

1. Competitive basic salary: £40-50k (dependent on experience).
2. Company vehicle, phone, and laptop provided.
3. Simply Health well-being programme and pension enrolment after 3 months.
4. Free onsite parking.

If this Vehicle Damage Assessor role sounds of interest, please apply to this advert with an updated copy of your CV.

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