At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect and assess vehicle damage, preparing estimates and liaising with insurers.
- Company: Join the UK's largest repair group with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, uncapped bonuses, and extensive well-being services.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to growth and opportunity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: NVQ level 3/City & Guilds preferred; trainees welcome to apply.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking talented individuals that are excellent in their field of expertise and are posed with all potential and skills necessary to help us meet future business challenges.
Location: Trafford Park
Salary: up to £55,000 per annum, plus bonus.
Join the UK’s largest repair group in this fantastic opportunity, as an IMI Vehicle Damage Assessor at our busy workshop in Accrington and take advantage of our exceptional bonus and benefits!
As part of a team of professionals you will undertake the inspection of damaged vehicles, assessing the full extent of the damage, costs of repair and timeframes. An important aspect of this job is to identify the correct prescribed repair method and prepare, record and maintain records of electronic and manual estimates. You will then liaise effectively with insurance companies to obtain their authority to repair the vehicle at the costs estimated. You will also effectively liaise with customers, engineers and technicians to explain and ensure they understand the repair methodology.
In the job of Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for assessing many different marques of vehicle. This means keeping up to date with all repair methodologies and it is also important for you as a Vehicle Damage Assessor to fully understand different insurers and manufacturers literature and bulletins. Another very important aspect of the job is teamwork as you will be working with other colleagues in the bodyshop as well as across other functional areas. Your aim is ensuring we get their vehicle back on the road safely and in quick time.
You will preferably be NVQ level 3/City & Guilds and ATA/IMI qualified with a solid Bodyshop background as an Estimator or VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor, Audatex trained. Consideration will also be given to someone that has just commenced their journey as a VDA Trainee / Improver, salary would be reflective if not qualified. You will also require a full UK driving licence.
Why choose FMG RS?
- Of course, we offer a fantastic basic salary, but there’s much more to being a Vehicle Damage Assessor at FMG RS than just that.
- Some of our most popular benefits include:
- fantastic uncapped monthly bonus schemes plus guaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday!
- start with 23 days annual leave, plus public holidays and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
- free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
- exclusive colleague-only vehicle-leasing schemes
- pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme
- A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals
- well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
- Stream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay.
We’re part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland and Spain. Few other businesses can offer you the volume, variety and long-term security as us.
You’re rewarded for your part in our success - lots of customers means lots of work to share, which in turn means lots of opportunity to boost your earnings through our fantastic bonus schemes.
We invest in you - We believe everyone should have the opportunity to better themselves and look to progress, not just within FMG RS but the wider ZIGUP business too.
We’re growing - it’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re committed to being at cutting edge, investing in everything from our EV capabilities, our workshops to our Training Centres.
Join the FMG RS family with the best people in the industry within our Group. We really believe that no one else can do what we do as well as us.
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.
We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.
ATA VDA in Trafford employer: FMG Repair Services
Join FMG RS, the UK's largest repair group, where we prioritise employee growth and a supportive work culture. As a Trainee Vehicle Damage Assessor in Harrogate, you'll benefit from competitive salaries, uncapped bonuses, and a range of wellness services, all while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that values your contributions and career progression.
