Are you looking for a rewarding career within the automotive body repair industry?
We are Scotland's largest Independent bodyshop and we are now recruiting for a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join our successful team. Candidates will ideally hold a valid ATA or NVQ equivalent qualification.
Successful applicants will be responsible for estimating damaged vehicles to the manufacturers' repair methodology and will take ownership of the estimate liaising with our, partners, work providers and policyholders to answer any queries throughout the repair process.
Hours of work are between Monday-Friday, with flexible shift patterns available and the salary is up to £44k OTE dependent on experience.
This position provides an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking and dedicated company.
In return, we offer:
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
- Group life scheme
- Annual profit share
- Annual salary reviews
- ZGP24 by HealthHero (remote GP& second opinion service for you and your family, 24/7, 365 days a year)
- Industry leading benefits portal
- Free staff car park
- On site cafeteria
- Cycle to work scheme
- Frequent learning and development opportunities
- Aftersales discounts for you, your friends, and your family
- Company values and long-service awards
The main duties of the role are:
- To welcome all customers in a professional manner
- Handle any incoming and outgoing telephone calls in a diplomatic and professional manner
- Conduct a thorough appraisals of accident damage
- Read and confirm repair method to be adopted and ensure Technicians have access to this documentation
- Compile detailed and accurate estimates in line with insurance company requirements / SLA
- Check incoming condition of vehicle highlighting non-accident-related damage
- Keep up to date with insurance company approval terms
- Raise relevant Company paperwork for vehicle repair process
To be effective in this role, you will:
- Ideally hold an Audatex certification
- Have previous experience of working in a similar role, within the accident repair industry
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills
Previous experience of working as a panel beater, spray painter or mechanic would be advantageous but is not essential.
A Driving licence is essential for this role.
If you meet our criteria and would like to be part of a friendly and pleasant working environment in the North of Glasgow, a career with the Allied Vehicles Group is the perfect way to fuel that ambition. Please forward your CV stating why you would be suited to the role via the APPLY NOW button.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themselves to be disabled and who meets the requirements for the post.
We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering Allied Vehicles as your potential employer. We look forward to reviewing your application.
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