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Posted: 12/11/2026
Job Ref: 32000

Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) - Manchester

Location: Manchester
Salary: £55,000
Sector: Bodyshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 32000

Job Description

My client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Estimator, 1+ years experience in the role, Audatex experience is essential & you need a full UK license
Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) – Manchester
Salary – Up to £50,000 Basic + Monthly Profit Share Bonus DOE & Qualification
Days – Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm, 5pm finish on Fridays 40 hours per week
Ref - 32000

We have a new job vacancy for a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) in Manchester. My client is a great family run, prestigious business, who are rapidly growing, making it the best time to join! They're looking for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to join a high performing team. This role suits an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) that’s looking for a long-term career with progression, so if you’re currently on the lookout then apply now!

Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Benefits: 
  • Profit share bonus every month
  • 32 days annual leave (rises to 36 days annual leave with time served)
  • Company discounts
  • Pension Scheme
Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Role:
  • Assess vehicle damage on classic vehicles, identifying required repairs and preparing accurate repair estimates using industry-standard estimating systems.
  • Liaise with customers, insurance companies and bodyshop technicians to agree repair methods, costs and timescales.
  • Oversee repair progress, authorise additional work and ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and quality standards.
Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Requirements:
  • Full UK driving license
  • 1+ years experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) / Estimator is needed
  • Experience in using Audatex is needed
  • NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds level 3 or ATA Accreditation is ideal but not essential. We can consider time served experience also
Consultant – Al-amin Abiru
Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.