Vehicle Damage Assessor – Manchester

About the role

We are seeking a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join a leading engineering firm in central Manchester. The role involves delivering accurate vehicle assessments, valuations and accident damage estimates for insurers, repairers and clients.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct precise vehicle inspections and produce detailed damage estimates.
• Collaborate with repair shops, insurers and customers to ensure fair outcomes.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining high service standards.

Required profile

• Recent experience as an Automotive Engineer Assessor, Independent Assessor or Bodyshop Vehicle Damage Assessor.
• Knowledge of accident repair methods, vehicle valuations and damage estimating.
• Familiarity with fault and non‑fault claim handling, TPI involvement and credit hire.
• Relevant qualifications such as ATA VDA, IMI, IAEA or AQP are desirable.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Audatex and Glassmatix estimating systems.
• Strong PC literacy, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £38,000 per year (DOE).
• Generous holiday entitlement that increases with service.
• Birthday day off, seasonal half‑day, holiday sell‑back scheme.
• Contributory pension, cycle‑to‑work scheme and cash performance bonus.
• Casual dress code, branded clothing, free breakfast cereal and on‑site mental‑health support.