Vehicle Damage Assessor


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£45,000 to £48,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Kirkby in Ashfield, NG17 7JB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Oct 2026
Closing date:	6 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their established automotive bodyshop in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. The Vehicle Damage Assessor role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, with a typical working week of Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours, with flexibility around working hours. This position provides an excellent opportunity to progress within a busy accident repair environment, working closely with customers, insurers, and the workshop team to ensure high-quality repair standards are maintained.

Benefits:

- Up to £45,000 basic salary, negotiable depending on experience

- Flexible working hours within a Monday to Friday, 42.5-hour week

- Quarterly performance-based bonus

- Opportunity to work within a well-established and professional bodyshop

- Varied role within a busy accident repair environment

- Career development opportunities

Duties of a Vehicle Damage Assessor:

- Conduct thorough assessments of vehicle damage following accidents

- Prepare accurate repair estimates using industry-standard estimating systems

- Evaluate repair methods, parts requirements, and labour times

- Liaise with insurance companies and relevant parties to facilitate repair approvals

- Communicate effectively with customers regarding damage, repair timelines, and progress

- Collaborate with workshop colleagues to develop feasible repair plans

- Monitor ongoing repairs and adjust estimates as additional damage is identified

- Ensure all repairs align with manufacturer and industry standards

- Maintain accurate records, ensuring all systems are up to date

- Contribute to delivering vehicles to customers within agreed timescales

- Uphold high levels of customer service throughout the repair process

Requirements of a Vehicle Damage Assessor:

- Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor within a bodyshop or accident repair setting

- Strong knowledge of vehicle repair techniques and accident damage assessment

- Experience in producing precise repair estimates

- Good understanding of insurance repair procedures

- Excellent communication and customer service skills

- High attention to detail and organisational ability

- Capacity to manage multiple vehicles and priorities effectively

- Professional, proactive, and team-focused approach

- Ability to work effectively with customers, insurers, and workshop colleagues

This Vehicle Damage Assessor position represents a significant opportunity for a skilled professional to advance their career within a reputable automotive environment. Our client values dedication and expertise, offering stability and growth potential in a supportive team setting.

Contact Billy Peasgood, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Kirkby-in-Ashfield and Nottinghamshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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