Location: Hounslow Salary: £60,000 plus Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week If you're an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor, VDA, or Bodyshop Estimator who knows how to write a clean, accurate estimate first time — this is one you’ll want to look at. This role would suit someone currently working as a Damage Assessor, Accident Repair Estimator, or Automotive Estimator looking for a stable, well-run bodyshop where you’re trusted to just get on with it. Why You’ll Love This Role * No weekends! * Pension * Consistent workflow in a well-established accident repair centre * Down-to-earth team — no egos, just people getting on with it * Bonus scheme that genuinely rewards accuracy and efficiency * Real progression opportunities within a growing, reputable group What You’ll Be Doing (and Doing Brilliantly) * Assess vehicle damage and produce accurate, detailed repair estimates * Use systems such as Audatex (or similar) to create and manage estimates * Liaise with insurers, engineers, and customers to move claims forward * Identify additional damage and update estimates accordingly * Ensure all repairs are cost-effective and meet manufacturer standards * Provide clear, accurate job instructions to the workshop team * Manage your own workload to meet KPIs and turnaround targets What We’re Looking For * Previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Estimator / Bodyshop Estimator * Strong understanding of accident repair methods and bodyshop processes * Experience with estimating systems (Audatex, GT Motive, Glassmatix etc.) * Sharp attention to detail — you take pride in getting it right first time * Confident communicator with both customers and insurers * ATA accreditation (nice to have, not essential) * A team player with a professional, no-nonsense approach If you're a VDA looking for somewhere that actually respects your skillset and doesn’t overcomplicate things — this is a solid move. APPLY today — we’d love to speak with you. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, please assume your application has n