At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage estimating, insurance claims, and oversee Bodyshop repairs with a motivated team.
- Company: Join Sytner, a leader in the automotive industry with a focus on teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days holiday, career development, and discounts on cars and gyms.
- Other info: We value diversity and support your growth with tailored training plans.
- Why this job: Lead a dynamic team and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a VDA or strong leadership skills in a Bodyshop setting.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
As a Sytner Bodyshop Estimator, you will manage the estimating, insurance claims and invoicing. You will oversee the flow of repairs through our on site Bodyshop, allocating work to the most suitable technician and ensuring that high quality workmanship and adherence to agreed timescales take priority. You will lead our team of Bodyshop technicians on a day to day basis, motivating them to strive for the best results and helping to coordinate logistics to keep work flowing smoothly. You will liaise with the front of house team to ensure the customer is kept up to date and ensure that the correct processes are followed for the range of work we undertake, which includes internal preparation of Approved Used Cars, insurance repairs, and cosmetic retail work, including alloy wheel refurbishment. You will need a keen eye for health & safety and will take the lead in ensuring that our equipment is maintained in great condition and that the body shop is kept clean and tidy, also ensure that repairs are completed within agreed timescales.
About You
Previous experience as an established VDA in a Bodyshop is required. We are looking for someone who is a great communicator, a motivating leadership presence, energetic and able to operate efficiently in a fast paced environment, whilst showing genuine care for colleagues and customers and striving to hit sales targets. If you take pride in your standards, can manage your time effectively, enjoy being part of a busy team and take satisfaction from achieving goals, this could be the role for you. We welcome applications from experienced Bodyshop Controllers and Supervisors but equally would consider VDAs with strong leadership and organisational skills along with accurate administration and an eye for detail and can provide a long term training and development plan to help you fulfil your career ambitions.
Benefits
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 33 days inc. bank holidays
- Industry leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
- Career Development
- Recognition of Long Service every 5 years
- Discounted Car Schemes
- High Street Discounts
- Discounted Gym memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- One day a year paid voluntary / community work
Diversity & Inclusion
At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process.
Audi Bodyshop Estimator employer: Job Search Place Limited
At Sytner, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. With enhanced holiday entitlement, industry-leading family leave policies, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we ensure our team members feel valued and supported in their career ambitions. Located in a dynamic environment, our Bodyshop Estimator role not only provides the opportunity to lead a talented team but also to engage in meaningful work that contributes to our community.
