Job Description
Job: Estimator/VDA
Location: Derby
Salary £32,000 OTE £40,000 + Benefits
Monday to Friday 08:30 am to 17:30pm plus 1 in 3 Saturdays 0830am to 12:30 pm.
Our client’s success since 1991 has been built on their people are at the heart of everything we do,
They now have 47 franchise points representing 12 different brands, 23 locations and over 1300 Team Members.
Their Derby Bodyshop is on the lookout for a new team member!
If you are an experienced Automotive Estimator who strives to offer an excellent customer experience
and enjoys the buzz of a busy Bodyshop.
The main responsibilities of the role include:
- Estimating repairs required together with the time to be allowed, materials and parts required for repairs and explaining work required, to customers and to insurance and other assessors in an efficient, pleasant, courteous, and professional manner.
- Making efficient use of all modern estimating methods and work in line with approved times set by Thatcham and/or other authorised repair times.
- Assisting in the correct evaluation and justification of bodywork warranty claims and providing comprehensive explanations thereof.
- Ensuring jobs are fairly and correctly allocated to Panel Beaters, Painters, and other staff.
- Providing an excellent customer experience through an outstanding level of finish and repair quality.
Please forward your CV to Ellie
Ref:ESPent-Der2023
Requirements:
- Experience in Audatex
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an accident repair setting
- Understanding of Thatchem E Scribe
- A methodical approach to their workload and good time management skills
- A positive can-do attitude and team player mentality
- The ability to work to a high level of accuracy
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in using Autoflow Management Systems as well as Kerridge would be advantageous for this role.
Benefits:
- 30 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) that will increase with the length of service.
- Recommend a Friend Scheme.
- Discounted days out with family and friends.
- Retail discounts saving £££'s on shopping and dining out.
- Fully funded, Nationally Recognised Qualifications.
- Manufacturer-specific training.
- Salary Finance.
- 24-hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme and designated site Mental Health First Aiders.
- Team member Pension Scheme contributions.
- Friends & Family Customer Referral Payment.
- Discounts on products and services that we provide for family and friends
Please forward your CV to Ellie
Ref:ESPent-Der2023