Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Location: Chester Salary: £40,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday Contract: Full-time | Permanent The Opportunity We’re working with a modern, well-equipped accident repair centre in Chester that’s continuing to invest in both its people and its workshop infrastructure. This is a great opportunity for a VDA looking to step into a site where development is taken seriously, and progression into management is a real possibility. You’ll be part of a professional and forward-thinking team that supports career growth, values expertise, and rewards commitment. What You’ll Be Doing Assessing accident damage and producing accurate repair estimates using Audatex Communicating with insurers, engineers, and customers to ensure smooth approval and repair timelines Preparing both manual and computerised estimates Ensuring authorisation for any supplementary repair work Working to high standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction Supporting the wider team with technical advice and estimate accuracy What You’ll Need Experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor in a bodyshop or accident repair centre Current Audatex certification ATA accreditation (preferred, not essential) Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general admin duties Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload Clear, confident communication skills Why Join? £40,000 salary Full-time, permanent position in a stable and expanding business Excellent modern working environment Ongoing training and development opportunities Progression pathway into more senior or management roles Strong company culture with investment in the latest tools and technology Apply Now It’s a known fact that many candidates don’t apply unless they meet every single requirement. If this job excites you and you’ve got most of the skills listed—we still want to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or call Cal at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) for more info. INDCR