ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor

ATA Vehicle Damage Assessor

Reference:
JUL

Expiry date: 13:26, Fri, 31st Jul 2026

Location:

Hastings

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum, plus bonus.

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive benefits and discounts

• Join the UK’s largest accident repair group at our busy and growing Hastings workshop.
• Inspect damaged vehicles and assess the full extent of damage, repair costs, and estimated repair times.
• Identify the correct repair methods in line with manufacturer and insurer standards.
• Prepare, record, and maintain accurate electronic and manual repair estimates.
• Liaise with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisation.
• Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to explain repair methods and progress.
• Assess a wide range of vehicle makes and models, ensuring repairs meet industry standards.
• Keep up to date with manufacturer repair methods, technical bulletins, and insurer requirements.
• Work closely with colleagues across the bodyshop and other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service, helping return vehicles safely and promptly.
• Essential: Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor and a full UK driving licence.

• fantastic uncapped monthly bonus schemes plus
  guaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday!
• start with 23 days annual leave, of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
  !
• free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
• exclusive colleague-only vehicle‑leasing schemes
• pension &
  save‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
• A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals
• well‑being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
• Stream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay
  . Not only does it let you choose when
  to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach
  !
• We’re part of something bigger
  - ZIGUP
  , a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland and Spain,- few other businesses can offer you the volume, variety and long‑term security as us;
• You’re rewarded for your part in our success - lots of customers means lots of work to share, which in turn means lots of opportunity to boost your earnings through our fantastic bonus schemes
  ;
• We invest in you - We believe everyone should have the opportunity to better themselves and look to progress, not just within FMG RS but the wider ZIGUP business too;
• We’re growing - it’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re committed to being at cutting edge
  , investing in everything from our EV capabilities
  , our workshops to our Training Centres
  ;

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.