Vehicle Damage Assessor​/VDA

Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDASalisbury Salary

Up to £48,000 OTE £58,000 (Depending on experience)

• Permanent position, Monday to Friday
• Realistic and Achievable monthly bonus up to £1,000 per month
• 30 days annual leave (inc bank holidays) academy, IMI and ATA training
• Immediate interviews available

Our client is offering an excellent opportunity for a talented and experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to become a vital part of a leading accident repair group at their facility in Salisbury. This is a forward‑thinking team at the forefront of the vehicle repair industry. The role involves delivering precision damage assessments, creating accurate repair estimates using cutting‑edge systems, and ensuring every vehicle is restored to the highest possible standard of safety and quality.

• Inspect damaged vehicles, assessing the full extent of damage, repair costs, and timescales
• Identify the correct prescribed repair method and ensure accurate documentation
• Prepare computerised and manual estimates, keeping up‑to‑date records of all work
• Liaise with insurance companies to gain repair authorisations and confirm repair costs
• Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure correct repair methodology is followed
• Ensure all amendments to repairs are authorised by insurers
• Work closely with bodyshop staff to ensure prescribed repair methods are carried out correctly

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator
• Audatex experience is essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Able to work efficiently in a busy, professional accident repair environment