VDA / Estimator in Leeds

Location: Leeds
Salary: £40,000 per year
Recruiter: Octane Recruitment
Job Hours: Full-time

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Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor Location: LeedsSalary: £40,000 plus bonusHours: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm (flexible working patterns)OC16154We are currently recruiting for an experienced Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor for our client's reputable site. We have new opportunities for our clients site based in the York area. They are offering excellent working conditions a company that prides itself on quality and very good money / company benefits.Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor role:- Working closely with clients and customers you will be inspecting damage on vehicles to access what work would be required, time scales and cost for any work completed.- Estimating damage and inputting all workflow onto the systems (Systems include Audatex)- Looking at the most cost-effective repair method- Be able to explain why you believe the work is required and liaise with customers and insurance companies in a professional manner- Reviewing ongoing jobs and identifying issues- Working closely with any warranty or an insurance paperworkBodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor Requirements:- Must have at least 1 years' experience as a bodyshop Estimator- Ideally you will have the ATA VDA (Vehicle Damage Assessor) Estimator accreditation though this isn't essential as we will consider candidates with time served experience- Professional and confident character who is able to deliver a strong customer serviceIf you have any further questions then please submit your application so we can discuss through the opportunity and your CV.Please note all applications will be strictly confidential and we won't send your CV out without talking with you first.INDBSOctane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.We are recruiting across the UK for Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Paint Sprayer, Paint Technician, MET Technician, SMART Repair Technician, Cosmetic Repair Technician, ADR Technician, Bodyshop Estimator, Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA, Bodyshop Manager, Assistant Bodyshop ManagerOctane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments

About Octane Recruitment


Established in 2009, Octane Recruitment are a leading recruitment agency specialising in a variety of industries including Motor Trade, HGV, Bodyshop, Fleet, Plant and many more. Able to offer Permanent, Temporary, Contractor and fixed term placements across the UK.
We pride ourselves on delivering a seamless and efficient recruitment process while building strong relationships with clients and candidates.

HISTORY
We were established in 2009 by Rik Baynes and Andrew Hodson. Having worked together for a number of years recruiting into the market they saw an opportunity to become a leading agency by doing recruitment the ‘right way’.

ETHICS
Our core ethics are honesty, reliability and hard work; we deliver what we promise and work closely with both candidates & clients
to make dealing with Octane a pleasurable experience. Using these ethics to build the business into a company with an extensive portfolio of clients who trust us to secure the right staff.

PEOPLE
We are a very close-knit company, made up of teams with the drive and passion to supply the very best service for our clients
and candidates. Communication is key, meaning we are all fully aware of the job roles, interviews and candidates on the market.
It is essential that future Octane Recruiters demonstrate the same core ethics and works in a professional manner with our clients.

FUTURE
We embrace a culture of continuous improvement, which in turn creates a strong working environment and organic growth. With a large portfolio of quality candidates and clients, we believe we are in a fantastic position to deliver the high standards desired by those we work with. Our experience in this industry has taught us ‘best practice’ and we are committed to delivering it.

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