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Vehicle Damage Assessor

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sunderland

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Our client, a reputable large accident repair group in Sunderland, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator to join their busy on-site bodyshop team. This is an opportunity to contribute to a well-established accident repair operation, delivering accurate valuations and detailed documentation for customer, insurer, and repair workflow.
 
Benefits of the Vehicle Damage Assessor:

Basic salary of up to £45,000 per year (dependent on experience)
OTE of up to £50,000 per year (dependent on basic salary)
No weekend working
Work within a respected independent business in Sunderland
Opportunity to develop within a high-volume accident repair environmentDuties of the Vehicle Damage Assessor:

Conduct detailed inspections of damaged vehicles to assess the extent of damage
Document vehicle conditions accurately using reports and photographic evidence
Evaluate repair estimates and determine necessary repairs
Review estimates for accuracy and completeness
Identify additional damages requiring attention
Ensure assessments comply with industry standards and relevant safety regulations
Recommend repair strategies with focus on cost efficiency
Maintain detailed records of inspections and communications
Stay current with repair techniques, industry policies, and regulations
Assist in post-repair inspections to verify quality standards
Support the claims process and negotiations as required
Use specialised tools and software, including Audatex, to complete assessments
Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and customer expectations
Liaise with the parts department to support accurate repair planningRequirements of the Vehicle Damage Assessor:

Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator within an accident repair or bodyshop environment
Strong knowledge of vehicle damage assessment and estimating processes
Audatex experience is beneficial/required for the role
Ability to produce clear, detailed reports and capture accurate photographic evidence
Effective communication skills for customers, insurers, and internal teams
Strong attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to meet deadlinesContact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Sunderland and Tyne and Wear, today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Damage Assessor opportunity.

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