VDA

Vehicle Damage Assessor (Commercial Vehicles)

Location: Sunderland

Salary: Up to £45,000 basic + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing commercial vehicle accident repair business for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their successful team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking business that invests heavily in its people, training and career development.

As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for accurately assessing accident-damaged Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) and Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs), producing repair estimates using Audatex, and working closely with workshop teams, engineers and insurers to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.

• Carry out detailed damage assessments on commercial vehicles.
• Produce accurate repair estimates using Audatex.
• Liaise with insurers, engineers and workshop teams.
• Obtain repair authorisations and manage estimates through to completion.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Deliver an excellent customer experience throughout the repair process.

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator.
• Audatex estimating experience.
• ATA accreditation or NVQ/IMI qualification is desirable.
• Experience with LCVs and/or HGVs is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a busy team.

• Up to £45,000 basic salary
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• 29 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Company pension.
• Enhanced sick pay and enhanced parental leave.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Ongoing manufacturer and industry-accredited training.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Virtual GP service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• High street discounts and employee benefits platform.
• Modern workshop with the latest equipment and technology.

If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next opportunity with a progressive employer that values its people and offers genuine career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.