VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR
Location: Slough
OTE: £55,000
Basic Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent - Unique 3-day shift pattern
Working Hours: 4 weeks Monday to Wednesday, 6:00am - 7:30pm, followed by 4 weeks Thursday to Saturday
Looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor role that offers a genuinely different working pattern, with only three working days per week and an OTE of £55,000?
If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Bodyshop Estimator looking for a role that provides a structured shift pattern and an excellent work-life balance between working blocks, this could be an opportunity worth considering. With a basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000 DOE and an OTE of £55,000, you'll be rewarded for your estimating expertise while working an unusual and clearly defined rota.
The role operates on a unique 3-day shift pattern. You'll work Monday to Wednesday from 6:00am to 7:30pm for four weeks, followed by four weeks working Thursday to Saturday. If you're looking for an alternative to the traditional five-day working week, this structure offers a different approach to organising your working time.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·OTE of £55,000
·Basic Salary of £40,000 - £50,000 DOE
·Unique 3-day working pattern
·Four weeks Monday to Wednesday
·Four weeks Thursday to Saturday
·6:00am - 7:30pm working hours
·Full-time, permanent employment
·Professional accident repair environment
·Long-term career development opportunities
THE ROLE
As a Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Bodyshop Estimator, you'll be responsible for assessing accident-damaged vehicles and producing accurate repair estimates to ensure repairs are planned efficiently and completed to the required standard.
Key responsibilities include:
·Inspecting damaged vehicles and accurately assessing the extent of repair required.
·Producing detailed and accurate repair estimates using appropriate estimating systems.
·Identifying required parts, labour operations, repair methods, and associated costs.
·Ensuring estimates are accurate and aligned with manufacturer and industry repair standards.
·Liaising with customers, insurers, engineers, and Bodyshop colleagues throughout the repair process.
·Maintaining accurate records and updating repair information on relevant systems.
·Supporting the Bodyshop team in maintaining efficient vehicle workflow and agreed repair timescales.
·Ensuring all damage assessments and estimates are completed accurately and professionally.
ABOUT YOU
This opportunity would suit an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Estimator with strong technical knowledge and excellent attention to detail.
You'll ideally have:
·Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA, Bodyshop Estimator, or Vehicle Estimator within an accident repair environment.
·ATA / IMI accreditation in Vehicle Damage Assessment or equivalent relevant industry experience.
·Strong knowledge of modern vehicle repair methods, construction, and damage assessment.
·Proficiency with estimating systems such as Audatex / GT Global or similar.
·Strong IT and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
·The ability to accurately assess damage and produce commercially accurate repair estimates.
·Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with customers, insurers, and workshop teams.
·The flexibility to work the unique four-week rotating shift pattern.
APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Bodyshop Estimator offering an OTE of £55,000, a basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000 DOE, and a unique three-day working pattern.
If you're looking for your next challenge in Slough and the opportunity to move away from a traditional five-day working week, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for immediate consideration, or contact Chris at AutoSkills UK and quote job number 54861
