Bodyshop Estimator

2 weeks ago

StocktononTees, United Kingdom Drive Motor Retail Ltd Full time

Join a successful team at Drive Motor Retail in Stockton-on-Tees

Are you a meticulous and detail-oriented individual with a passion for the automotive industry? Drive Motor Retail is seeking a talented Vehicle Estimator to join our team. If you have an eye for precision and enjoy assessing and valuating vehicle damage, this role is the perfect fit for you.

As a Vehicle Estimator at Drive Motor Retail, your role will be crucial in evaluating and estimating the cost of vehicle repairs and services. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate and transparent communication with customers, insurance companies and our service team.

Drive Motor Retail is an award-winning Automotive business, representing the Vauxhall, MG, Hyundai and Citroen brands. We pride ourselves on our exemplary customer service and have won multiple awards as well as the motor trader “Customer Care” award in 2021. Our employees are at the heart of our accomplishments and we strive to make Drive Motor Retail a workplace that promotes rewarding, fun and progressive opportunities to its employees.
- Basic Salary £32,000 - Total OTE £35,000
- 24 Days holiday + Bank holidays - Increasing with length of service.
- Discounted Shopping, Gym and Dining Benefits.
- Competitive Bonus Structures.
- Medicare cash plan for all employees and their children, which gives same-day access to an online GP, money towards health, wellbeing and dental care.

**Responsibilities**:

- Inspect vehicles to assess the extent of damage and required repairs.
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for repair work
- Consult with customers and insurance companies to explain estimates and repair processes
- Ensure the use of genuine and high-quality parts and materials
- Maintain clear and organised records of estimates and repair orders.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience in a similar role.
- A team player with a can-do attitude
- Confident delivery of accurate vehicle repair estimates.
- Knowledge of Audatex, Escribe and PAS 10125 are essential.
- Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Up to date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques.
- Be committed to achieve complete customer satisfaction
- Help achieve sales targets
- Ensure work is completed to a high standard at all times
- Comply with Health & Safety Procedures

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Financial planning services
- Free fitness classes
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Vehicle Estimating: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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