Vehicle Damage Assessor Job at Activate Group Limited (Nottingham)

Vehicle Damage Assessor

Vertu Accident Repair Centre Harrogate is looking for an experienced Vehicle Dam...

Location

United Kingdom , Knaresborough

Salary:

39000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Producing accurate repair estimates using manufacturer methods
Clearly outlining work required
Ensuring estimates are fair and reasonable through effective negotiation with insurance engineers
Supporting management in maintaining efficient processes
Working confidently with both colleagues and customers
Using internal systems and strong communication skills
Experience with Audatex or GT Motive is an advantage
ATA Accreditation is desirable or willing to work towards this
Ensuring all documentation is completed to a high standard
Maintaining a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety policies

Job Responsibility

Producing accurate repair estimates using manufacturer methods
Clearly outlining work required
Ensuring estimates are fair and reasonable through effective negotiation with insurance engineers
Supporting management in maintaining efficient processes that deliver customer satisfaction levels consistently above the national manufacturer average
Working confidently with both colleagues and customers
Using internal systems and strong communication skills
Ensuring all documentation is completed to a high standard
Maintaining a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety policies
Upholding excellent site housekeeping

What we offer

25 days holiday, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
Access to our online rewards platform with cashback and retailer discounts
Preferential Service Rates
Colleague Purchase Scheme
Share Incentive Scheme
Pension
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
Continuous training
Career progression opportunities

Fulltime

Vehicle Damage Assessor

DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new...

Location

United Kingdom , Perth

Salary:

40000.00 GBP / Year

Direct Line Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience of vehicle repair methods
Knowledge of Thatcham repair methods, Audatex and ATA qualification
Achieve company and personal targets
Ensure tasks are carried out in compliance with Health and Safety and following Audatex estimates, observing DLGAS ways of working and BS10125 procedures

Job Responsibility

Work within site guidelines to ensure the workflow of job cards to meet the volume targets and identify fast track repairs, ensure parts orders are accurate and follow purchase procedures
Constantly reviewing repair methodologies to ensure all repairs are cost- effective
Collaborate with the policyholder and Direct Line Group engineering functions where vehicles are borderline repairable or beyond economical repair
Provide service level agreements, ensuring customers are contacted regarding repairs and non-related damage and where applicable agree amended repair hours with the workshop leadership teams and technicians
Accountable for Health and Safety regulations, company health and safety procedures appropriate to role
Achieve and maintain and embed all "standard methodology" and "lean activities" as instructed by business strategy

What we offer

9% employer contributed pension
50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free Green Flag breakdown cover
Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way
Generous holidays
Buy as you earn share scheme
Employee discounts and cashback
22 days holiday rising to 30 days depending on your role. Plus the chance to buy and sell up to 5 days
Income protection on 50% of your salary for 5 years
Life assurance cover at four times your salary

Fulltime

Vehicle Damage Assessor

We’re looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join our team, and play a key rol...

Location

United Kingdom , Hampton

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ATA qualified (or equivalent)
Relevant experience as an estimator
Ability to qualify and quantify repairs required
Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties
Great customer service skills
Great verbal and written communication skills
Collaborative team member, with strong relationship building skills
Ability to create an estimate both manually and via company systems
Up to date technical knowledge and skills including SMART repairs

Job Responsibility

Carry out visual inspections to identify any accidental damage caused to avoid uninsured loss damage costs
Estimate by considering the most economical repair method
Provide explanations of the repair procedure and process to team members and customers
Value vehicles at market value to determine the repairable economics
Review all open job cards (daily) and report any ongoing and recurrent work in progress problems, as well as ensuring all information on job cards is record accurately for invoicing
Assist in the correct evaluation and justification of bodywork warranty claims and provide comprehensive explanations thereof
Estimate repairs required together with the time to be allowed, materials and parts required for repairs and explain work required, to customers and to insurance and other assessors in an efficient, pleasant, courteous and professional manner
Make efficient use of all modern estimating methods and work in line with approved times
Bring to customers’ attention any problems, faults and other issues that might impact on the performance and safety of their vehicles
Maintain awareness of incoming vehicles and flag any issues to the Workshop / Bodyshop Manager

What we offer

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Quarterly bonus scheme
Health Shield cash health plan for all
Annual pay review
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / shared parental / adoption pay
Life assurance: three times basic salary
Free breakfast cereals and milk daily
Free fruit – every Monday
Free breakfasts sent to site every Wednesday
Supportive and professional working environment

Fulltime

Vehicle Damage Assessor (Estimator)

Planet Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Damage As...

Location

United Kingdom , Upper Heyford

Salary:

38000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

PLANET RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) or Estimator
Audatex experience is highly desirable
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Job Responsibility

Assess vehicle damage and produce accurate repair estimates
Liaise with insurance companies, customers, and internal teams
Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to industry standards
Manage workloads effectively to meet deadlines

What we offer

Immediate start available

Fulltime

Senior Vehicle Damage Assessor

We're looking for a Senior Vehicle Damage Assessor to join the friendly, fast-pa...

Location

United Kingdom , Hampton

Salary:

55000.00 GBP / Year

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ATA qualified (or equivalent)
Relevant experience as an estimator
Ability to qualify and quantify repairs required
Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties
Great customer service skills
Great verbal and written communication skills
Collaborative team member, with strong relationship building skills
Ability to create an estimate both manually and via company systems
Up to date technical knowledge and skills including SMART repairs
People management experience

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage site VDAs and customer care team members, including technical guidance
Carry out visual inspections to identify any accidental damage caused to avoid uninsured loss damage costs
Estimate by considering the most economical repair method
Provide explanations of the repair procedure and process to team members and customers
Value vehicles at market value to determine the repairable economics
Review all open job cards (daily) and report any ongoing and recurrent work in progress problems, as well as ensuring all information on job cards is record accurately for invoicing
Assist in the correct evaluation and justification of bodywork warranty claims and provide comprehensive explanations thereof
Estimate repairs required together with the time to be allowed, materials and parts required for repairs and explain work required, to customers and to insurance and other assessors in an efficient, pleasant, courteous and professional manner
Make efficient use of all modern estimating methods and work in line with approved times
Bring to customers’ attention any problems, faults and other issues that might impact on the performance and safety of their vehicles

What we offer

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Quarterly bonus scheme
Health Shield cash health plan for all
Annual pay review
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / shared parental / adoption pay
Life assurance: three times basic salary
Free breakfast cereals and milk daily
Free fruit – every Monday
Free breakfasts sent to site every Wednesday
Supportive and professional working environment

Fulltime

Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor

At Activate Group we’re passionate about developing people and offer a broad ran...

Location

United Kingdom , Bury St Edmunds

Salary:

17000.00 - 19000.00 GBP / Year

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Passion for vehicles
Basic knowledge of vehicles and computers
Looking to start a career within the motor repair industry

Job Responsibility

Provide estimates for the cost of repair for damaged vehicles

What we offer

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Health Shield cash health plan
Unique bonus structure for apprentices (bonuses of £500 and £1,000)
Life assurance: three times basic salary
Free Fruit and Cereal (and breakfast on a Friday)
Cycle to work scheme
Birthday gifts

Fulltime

Vehicle Estimator

We're looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join the friendly, fast-paced tea...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ATA VDA Vehicle Damage Assessor
Relevant experience as an estimator
Ability to qualify and quantify repairs required
Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties
Audatex Trained
Escribe trained and Adherence
Ability to discuss and negotiate agreeable solutions to customer problems
Ability to maintain personal technical knowledge and skills including SMART repairs

Job Responsibility

Assist with planning resource and equipment levels around budgets and financial plans
Establish and maintain control of consistent workflow within the Bodyshop through effective capacity planning
Adhere to operational workshop loading system in line with company policy/procedures, ensuring all targets and deadlines are met or addressed
Manage daily production co-ordination
Regularly and consistently review site KPI performance to identify areas of potential shortfall against plan, delivery of average repair cost target, CSI targets and customer service scores
Manage customer complaints from initial contact through to conclusion. To carry out any root cause analysis on each complaint, identifying and implementing any actions required
Promote good communication throughout all areas of responsibility, develop and foster a pro-active attitude through regular, open and honest communication that supports the achievement of Company objectives
Carry out a visual inspection to identify any accidental damage caused to avoid uninsured loss damage costs
Estimate by considering the most economical repair method
Maintain awareness of incoming vehicles and flag any issues

What we offer

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Annual and monthly performance bonus
Health Shield cash health plan for all
Annual pay review
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / shared parental / adoption pay
Life assurance: three times basic salary
Free breakfast cereals and milk daily
Free fruit – every Monday
Free breakfasts sent to site every Wednesday

Fulltime

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Social Worker – Fostering - Family and Friends Team

Are you passionate about working with Family and Friends Carers and improving th...

Location

United Kingdom , Aylesbury

Salary:

40109.00 - 47629.00 GBP / Year

Buckinghamshire Council

Expiration Date

July 20, 2026

Requirements

Social work qualification
Active SWE registration
Completed ASYE
Working knowledge of legislation and guidance which applies to family and friends work
Experience of working in looked after children or with foster carers
Knowledge of research, inquiries and recent studies affecting this sector of service and an ability to monitor its application in practice
Strong written communication skills
Minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience
Experience and competence in working with the courts and providing written and verbal evidence

Job Responsibility

Deliver targeted and specialist social work services in the area of Kinship Care
Clarify eligibility and undertake statutory social work assessments
Promote the safety and well-being of children and young people
Assess and support prospective Family and Friends carers in line with Fostering Regulations and court proceedings
Hold a manageable caseload of SG and Reg24 assessments
Provide carer support
Work within statutory guidelines and fostering regulations
Assist with duty with opportunities to deliver training, run support groups and be involved in the organisation of carer events
Support the development and growth of the service

What we offer

Market premium of £2,750 per annum for Grade 7
Golden Hello payment after one years service (£1,000 for Grade 6, £2,125 for Grade 7)
Competitive salary with a market increment
Annual leave up to 30 days per year
Opportunity to buy further leave
Up to 15 days per year training, learning and development offer
Free parking across all office sites
Relocation packages available
Generous employer pension contribution
Discounts on Cafés, restaurants and shops

Fulltime

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