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Assistant Manager / Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Estimator Location: Hull Salary: £35,000-£40,000, depending on experience Hours: Full-time, including every other Saturday morning Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Looking for a role where your estimating expertise and management skills are recognised, with the opportunity to increase your earnings and progress your career? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager or Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to join an established accident repair centre. Offering a competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000, a bonus of up to 10% and the opportunity to take on a varied role combining estimating and workshop management, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking for their next career move. What's in it for You? £35,000-£40,000 basic salary, depending on experience. Bonus potential of up to 10%. Full-time, permanent position. Opportunity to combine estimating and management responsibilities. Varied role within an established accident repair centre. Career development and progression opportunities. Professional and supportive working environment. The Role As an Assistant Manager / Estimator, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the accident repair centre, overseeing estimates, supporting workshop operations and helping ensure repairs are completed efficiently and to the required standards. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing accurate vehicle damage assessments and repair estimates. Assessing vehicle damage and identifying the work required. Managing repair authorisations and liaising with insurers and customers. Supporting the day-to-day management of the accident repair centre. Monitoring repair progress, productivity and turnaround times. Working closely with Panel Beaters, MET Technicians and Paint Sprayers to maintain workflow. Ensuring repairs meet quality standards and agreed deadlines. Supporting the team, resolving operational issues and maintaining high customer service standards. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring estimating systems are kept up to date. About You Previous experience as an Estimator, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Assistant Manager within an accident repair centre. Strong knowledge of vehicle damage assessment and repair estimating. Experience using estimating systems such as Audatex would be advantageous. Good understanding of bodyshop operations and repair processes. Strong organisational and communication skills. Ability to manage priorities and support a busy workshop environment. A proactive approach, with a strong focus on quality and customer service. Apply Today If you're an experienced Estimator or Assistant Manager looking for a new opportunity offering competitive earnings, bonus potential and the chance to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date. Get in touch today to find out more about this opportunity.

Bodyshop Estimator / Workshop Controller Location: Bristol Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 OTE Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Looking for a role where your leadership is valued, your earning potential is rewarded, and you can play a key role in the success of a busy accident repair centre? If you're an experienced Bodyshop Estimator , Workshop Controller or Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for the next step in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving bodyshop where you'll have the autonomy to lead a skilled team, deliver outstanding customer service and directly influence the success of the business. This isn't just another management role. You'll become the driving force behind the day-to-day operation of a busy workshop, overseeing estimates, repairs, customer service and productivity while working closely with a dedicated team of experienced technicians. With an excellent bonus structure and realistic earnings of up to £70,000 , this is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading from the front. The Role As a Bodyshop Estimator / Workshop Controller , you'll be responsible for managing the customer journey from estimate through to vehicle handover, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, profitably and to the highest possible standard. You'll oversee a small team of experienced Bodyshop Technicians while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction and workshop performance. Your Responsibilities Meet and greet customers, providing a professional and friendly experience. Produce accurate repair estimates and manage repair schedules. Oversee the daily operation of the bodyshop and a team of skilled technicians. Monitor repair quality, productivity and workshop efficiency. Liaise with customers, suppliers, technicians and management throughout the repair process. Manage quality control and ensure repairs meet manufacturer and customer expectations. Work closely with the parts department to maintain an efficient workflow. Drive profitability while delivering exceptional customer service. Promote a positive working culture and lead by example. What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Bodyshop Estimator , Workshop Controller or Vehicle Damage Assessor . Extensive knowledge of the accident repair industry. Strong estimating experience within a busy bodyshop. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Outstanding customer service and communication abilities. Commercial awareness with the ability to maximise workshop profitability. Highly organised with excellent time management skills. Ambitious individual looking to progress their career within a successful business. What's On Offer Realistic OTE of £45,000 - £70,000 per year. Competitive basic salary based on experience. Performance-related bonus scheme. Monday to Friday working pattern. Company pension. Private medical insurance. Life insurance. Employee discounts. Profit sharing. On-site parking. Stable business with excellent long-term career progression. Supportive management team and professional working environment. Working Hours Monday to Friday 8:00am 5:00pm Apply Today If you think you are a good fit for this Bodyshop Estimator / Workshop Controller role, please contact Cian at Auto Skills UK , quoting the relevant job reference number 54250 Don't worry if your CV isn't completely up to date. Get in touch and we can work that out together. Auto Skills UK is recognised as the UK'sleading automotive recruitment specialist, providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions across the automotive industry, from skilled technicians through to senior management.