Roaming Vehicle Damage Assessor

Roaming Vehicle Damage Assessor

Reference:
JUL

Expiry date: 14:30, Fri, 31st Jul 2026

Location:

Hastings

Salary: £45,000-£50,000 per annum, plus bonus, company car/car allowance, and excellent benefits.

• Provide Vehicle Damage Assessor support across multiple sites in the Hastings region.
• Travel between sites to provide cover during holidays, peak workloads, training, and additional operational support.
• Act as a regional ambassador, promoting best practice and maintaining consistent repair standards.
• Inspect and estimate accident-damaged vehicles across all makes and models.
• Assess the full extent of vehicle damage, repair costs, and estimated repair times.
• Identify the correct manufacturer-approved repair methods in line with industry standards.
• Prepare, record, and maintain accurate electronic and manual repair estimates using Audatex.
• Liaise with insurance companies to obtain repair authorisation.
• Work closely with customers, engineers, and technicians to explain repair methods and ensure clear communication.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Thatcham Repair Methods, BSI safety standards, insurer requirements, and manufacturer repair bulletins.
• Keep up to date with the latest repair methodologies and industry developments.

• Essential:
  Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator, Audatex experience, and a full UK manual driving licence.
• Preferred: NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, ATA, or IMI qualification, with a strong bodyshop background.

• Uncapped monthly bonus schemes and guaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday.
• 23 days annual leave, additional public holidays, and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
• 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 financial wellbeing, allowing control over pay, money saving, discounts, benefits eligibility, and financial coach contact.
• Part of ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, offering volume, variety and long‑term security.
• Opportunities to boost earnings through bonus schemes.
• Investment in employee development and progression within FMG RS and ZIGUP business.
• Commitment to cutting edge, investing in EV capabilities, workshops and 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.