Job Title: Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA
We are recruiting for an experienced VDA to join a well-established accident repair centre in Deeside. This is an opportunity to work with one of the Midlands' most respected accident repair groups.
Responsibilities:
* Inspect damaged vehicles and assess the full extent of the damage sustained, cost of repair, and time scales.
* Identify the correct prescribed repair method.
* Prepare computerised and manual estimates, maintaining up-to-date records of all estimates.
* Obtain authority from insurance companies to proceed with repairs and confirm the cost of the repair.
* Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure understanding of the correct vehicle repair methodology.
* Ensure any amendments to repair work are authorised by the insurance company.
* Liaise with body shop personnel to ensure they understand the prescribed repair method once authorisation is gained.
Requirements:
* Experience in a busy accident repair centre would be a great advantage.
* ATA qualification or NVQ Level 3.
* Advanced user of Audatex and a thorough understanding of insurance repairs.
* VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor experience.