VDA

Vehicle Damage Assessor (Commercial Vehicles)

Location:   Sunderland

Salary:   Up to  £45,000  basic + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job Type:   Full-Time | Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing commercial vehicle accident repair business for an experienced   Vehicle Damage Assessor   to join their successful team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking business that invests heavily in its people, training and career development.

The Role

As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for accurately assessing accident-damaged   Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs)  and   Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) , producing repair estimates using   Audatex , and working closely with workshop teams, engineers and insurers to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.

Requirements

• Carry out detailed damage assessments on commercial vehicles.
  
• Produce accurate repair estimates using Audatex.
  
• Liaise with insurers, engineers and workshop teams.
  
• Obtain repair authorisations and manage estimates through to completion.
  
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time.
  
• Deliver an excellent customer experience throughout the repair process.
  

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator.
  
• Audatex estimating experience.
  
• ATA accreditation or NVQ/IMI qualification is desirable.
  
• Experience with LCVs and/or HGVs is advantageous.
  
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
  
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a busy team.
  

Benefits

• Up to £45,000 basic salary
  
• Performance-related bonus scheme
  
• 29 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
  
• Company pension.
  
• Enhanced sick pay and enhanced parental leave.
  
• Employee referral bonus.
  
• Ongoing manufacturer and industry-accredited training.
  
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
  
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  
• Virtual GP service.
  
• Cycle to Work scheme.
  
• High street discounts and employee benefits platform.
  
• Modern workshop with the latest equipment and technology.
  

If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next opportunity with a progressive employer that values its people and offers genuine career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.