Vda/estimator

4 days ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom The Paintworks Bodyshop Full time

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced estimator (VDA)/ quality controller to join our expanding business in Thornliebank, Glasgow.

We offer excellent working conditions with a competitive salary as well as opportunities to shine in a diverse team that has a wealth of expertise and skill..

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Inspect damaged vehicles and assess the full extend of the damage sustained accurately.
- Carry out visual inspections to identify any accidental damage caused to avoid uninsured loss damage costs.
- Identify the correct prescribed repair method through reference to manufacturer's authorised repair methodology.
- Estimate required repairs together with the time to be allowed, materials and parts required, considering the most economical repair method using both manual and electronic methods.
- Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure understanding of correct vehicle repair methodology.
- Explain repair procedure and process to the workshop and customers with varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to value vehicles at a market value to determine the repairable economics of a damaged vehicle.
- Review all open job cards daily and report any ongoing challenges.
- Ensure all chargeable materials are recorded on job cards for invoicing purposes.
- Maintain awareness of incoming vehicles and flag any issues.
- Awareness and compliance of Health & Safety requirements.
- Assist in the correct evaluation and justification of bodywork warranty claims and provide comprehensive explanations thereof.
- Bring to customers' attention any problems, faults and other issues that might impact on the performance and safety of their vehicles.

**Skills & Experience**:

- ATA VDA Vehicle Damage Assessor.
- Relevant experience as an estimator.
- Ability to qualify and quantify repairs required.
- Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties.
- Audatex Trained.
- Escribe trained and Adherence.
- Ability to discuss and negotiate agreeable solutions to customer problems.
- Ability to maintain personal technical knowledge and skills including SMART repairs.
- Must have an extensive knowledge of Audatex
- full driving license is essential
- Accurately and professionally assess a wide range of vehicles
- Use computerised estimating system
- Calculate costings and the time required to complete all necessary repairs
- Liaise regularly with insurance engineer
- Contact customers to provide updates
- Carry out cosmetic checks to panels and paintwork, on a variety of vehicles, ensuring that the correct levels of repair meet company high standards
- Inspection of all paint shop repair activities ensuring they are completed to manufacturer guidelines and specification
- Reporting any issues or defects

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

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

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