Vehicle Damage Assessor


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£40,000 - £48,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manchester, M34 5FA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	15 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable accident repair centre located in Manchester, Greater Manchester, seeking a skilled Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their professional team. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals to progress within a well-established organisation dedicated to high industry standards.

Benefits:

- Competitive basic salary of £40,000 per annum, with OTE approximately £48,000 based on performance bonuses

- Monday to Friday working hours, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, including a 30-minute lunch break

- Opportunities for career development and progression within a leading accident repair centre

- Company pension scheme and additional benefits such as monthly bonuses, long service awards, and high street discounts

- Support and ongoing training available for qualified and non-qualified individuals seeking to enhance their skills

- Facilities include a friendly working environment with a focus on high standards and customer satisfaction

Duties of a Vehicle Damage Assessor:

- Prepare accurate vehicle damage assessments in accordance with insurer and customer requirements

- Liaise effectively with inspectors, customers, and insurers to obtain authorisation for repairs

- Manage parts orders, ensuring correct specifications, timely deliveries, and appropriate labelling

- Communicate repair estimates clearly to workshop staff to support efficient workflow

- Maintain detailed records of damage assessments and parts management for audit purposes

- Support the workshop on total loss vehicles and facilitate efficient repair planning as a Vehicle Damage Assessor

- Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and relevant industry regulations

- Perform additional duties as directed by management to optimise workshop efficiency

Requirements of a Vehicle Damage Assessor:

- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor or in a similar estimating role within an accident repair environment

- Proven ability to complete damage estimates independently, adhering to industry standards

- Strong knowledge of insurer requirements, estimating systems such as Audatex or Autoflow, and repair procedures

- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

- Effective communication skills for liaising with insurers, bodyshop staff, and customers

- IMI Accreditation in Vehicle Damage Assessment is preferred but not essential

- Familiarity with parts verification, total loss procedures, and negotiation with insurers is advantageous

- Valid UK driving licence is essential

Contact Sam Tinkler, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Manchester and Greater Manchester today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Damage Assessor opportunity.

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