At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accurate repair estimates and communicate with customers and insurers.
- Company: Join TMS Motor Group, a family-owned automotive business with a strong regional presence.
- Benefits: Stable work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative culture focused on professionalism and customer care.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in automotive estimating or related fields, strong analytical and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
- Company Description
- Company Description
TMS Motor Group is an award-winning, family-owned automotive business with a strong presence across the Midlands.
The group represents Volvo, Geely, Kia PBV, and Kia, with modern showrooms in Coventry, Hinckley, Loughborough, and Leicester.
Serving customers across Leicestershire, Warwickshire, and the West Midlands, TMS Motor Group focuses on delivering high-quality service, transparency, and expertise.
Team members join a supportive environment that values professionalism, customer care, and long-term relationships.
The company offers opportunities to grow within a stable, well-regarded regional dealer network.
- Role Description
- Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Estimator role based at our Hinckley location.
The Estimator will prepare accurate repair and service estimates for vehicles, using manufacturer guidelines, internal systems, and technical information to determine parts, labor, and timescales.
Day-to-day tasks include assessing vehicle damage, liaising with technicians and service advisors, and communicating clearly with customers and insurers about repair options and costs.
The role involves updating and revising estimates as work progresses, ensuring all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with company and industry standards.
The Estimator will also support workshop scheduling, help optimize profitability and efficiency, and contribute to a positive customer experience through clear, professional communication.
Qualifications
- Ability to accurately assess vehicle damage and repair requirements, ideally with experience in automotive estimating or a related service/workshop environment.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and IT skills, including confidence using estimating software, dealer management systems, and standard office applications.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical information and costs in a clear and professional manner.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple estimates, deadlines, and documentation consistently.
- Understanding of automotive repair processes, manufacturer standards, and insurance procedures; experience with Volvo, Geely, or Kia vehicles is an advantage.
- Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and management, contributing to a respectful and inclusive team environment.
- Relevant automotive qualification, technical training, or substantial practical experience in a bodyshop, service, or dealership setting is highly beneficial.
- Commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and continuous learning, with a proactive approach to keeping skills and industry knowledge up to date.
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Estimator in Hinckley employer: TMS Motor Group
TMS Motor Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture that prioritises professionalism and customer care. Located in Hinckley, employees benefit from a stable environment with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth within a well-regarded regional dealer network. The company values transparency and expertise, ensuring that team members are equipped to deliver high-quality service while fostering long-term relationships with customers.
