Vehicle Damage Assessor - Wakefield

Job Title: Vehicle Damage Assessor

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £49,000 OTE

Hours of Work: 40 Hours Monday Friday

Type: Permanent

Start Date: 01/12/2024

A leading independent Accident Repair Group is looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their team.

Duties

• To prepare manual and computerised estimates efficiently and ensure that it conforms to the requirements laid down by the insurance company/customer so that customer care/satisfaction standards are always maintained.
• Order parts (if applicable) ensuring they are supplied correctly, in full and in time for the vehicle s arrival, which may include returning parts that are incorrect or not required. You are also required (if applicable) to check whether parts received from the supplier, are genuine, non-genuine or second-hand for suitability, before labelling the parts and locating them for future traceability.
• To maintain a file of all estimates undertaken making sure that all work that is not automatically authorised is identified. Ensure that any such work does not commence until authorisation is gained, following up on any unauthorised estimates and reporting reasons.
• Once authorisation has been gained liaise with the body shop personnel and make sure that they understand fully the work to be done as per the estimate. Alternately communicate to the body shop if, by agreement with the insurance company, the vehicle is deemed a total loss .
• To be aware of and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations and policies applicable to your position and working environment.
• Due to the size and complexity of the establishment, you will undertake any other reasonable tasks or duties that are deemed to be within your capability, as directed by a senior manager of the Group to whom you have a reporting relationship.

It is essential or preferrable that you have the following experience, qualifications or skills;

• A minimum of 3 years experience in the role is essential.
• IMI VDA Level 3

This client offers:

• Competitive salary plus team bonus.
• 30 days holiday including public holidays, plus additional days with service.
• Pension contributions.
• Recommend a friend technician bonus incentive.
• Long service awards.
• Colleague recognition scheme.
• Health cash plan: claim back medical costs.
• Rewards platform: high street discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Performance Bonus

About the Client

Our client is a leading independent, multi-award-winning Accident Repair Group that operates throughout the UK. They have invested, adapted, and grown significantly over the years to support our insurance partners, network and customers, currently offering 37 sites, which boost over 700+ skilled and qualified staff.

They understand how stressful having a motor accident can be and our goal is to make the repair journey as painless as possible for our customers. Quality and care are at the forefront; we combine the latest techniques and cutting-edge technologies to deliver excellent service and repairs.

They also have partnerships with most major insurance companies and vehicle manufacturers, demonstrating our commitment to quality and trust.

Next Steps:

Please apply to this role through this advert.

If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven t already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful. We will however retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable.

About Regional Recruitment Services A Recruitment Agency in the Midlands.

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