At a Glance
- Tasks: Assess vehicle damage and prepare accurate repair estimates in a modern bodyshop.
- Company: Join a leading accident repair group with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, pension scheme, and health support.
- Other info: Enjoy a close-knit working environment with genuine career stability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing business that values quality and teamwork.
- Qualifications: 3 years' experience in vehicle damage assessment; strong mechanical knowledge preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 37500 £ per year.
We are recruiting an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA / Estimator) to join one of the South East's leading accident repair groups. Based at a modern, manufacturer-approved bodyshop in Shepperton, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that values quality, teamwork, and employee wellbeing.
You will play a key role in assessing vehicle damage, preparing accurate repair estimates, and ensuring a smooth customer journey from inspection to handover.
Key Responsibilities- Accurately assess vehicle damage and produce detailed repair estimates
- Identify required repairs and parts using strong mechanical knowledge
- Ensure repairs meet NVQ standards and internal quality controls
- Liaise with customers, insurers, and workshop teams professionally
- Manage customer handovers efficiently and accurately
- Upsell additional services where appropriate to enhance customer satisfaction
- Maintain high attention to detail across all assessments
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator role
- ATA or NVQ qualification desirable but not essential
- Strong technical and mechanical understanding of vehicle repairs
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced bodyshop environment
This BS10125-certified bodyshop is manufacturer approved for Ford, Nissan, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Vauxhall, Chrysler, Peugeot, Citroën, Hyundai, and Suzuki. The business operates a small group of three bodyshops, offering a personal, close-knit working environment where every employee is valued and supported.
Employee Benefits- Competitive salary with monthly performance-related bonus
- Company pension scheme
- Health and wellbeing support via Health Assured
- 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Supportive team culture with genuine career stability
For more information or to apply, please email your CV. We act as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and age groups. Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates may be contacted. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
VDA Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator for Prestige Bodyshop employer: Chikara Consulting
Join a prestigious bodyshop in Shepperton, where your expertise as a Vehicle Damage Assessor will be valued in a supportive and close-knit team environment. With competitive salaries, performance-related bonuses, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, this is an excellent opportunity for career growth in a company that prioritises quality and teamwork.
