Bodyshop Estimator

Pentagon Motor Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive service provider is seeking a Bodyshop Estimator to oversee operations at their Derby dealership. The ideal candidate will have experience in an automotive bodyshop environment and a passion for delivering excellent customer experiences. Responsibilities include managing team productivity and quality control, while ensuring efficient communication across departments. This full-time role offers a salary of £38,000 plus comprehensive benefits. If you thrive in a team environment and possess strong organizational skills, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

31 days holiday per year

Recommend a Friend Scheme

Discounted days out

Retail discounts

Fully funded qualifications

Manufacturer specific training

24 hour employee assistance

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an Automotive Bodyshop environment.
• Good knowledge of motor vehicles and safety requirements.
• The ability to allocate work and monitor jobs to achieve their completion dates.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day to day running of the Bodyshop.
• Allocating work to the Bodyshop team.
• Quality control of repair stages and final QC.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Problem solving skills

Strong team player mentality

Attention to detail

Tools

Autoflex

Audatex

Job description

# Bodyshop Estimator## Job IntroductionPentagon Motor Group are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and positive individual to join the Bodyshop team at their Derby Dealership in the role of a Bodyshop Estimator.If you are . . .* Someone who has a passion for delivering an excellent customer experience* An experienced Bodyshop professional looking for a new challenge* Someone who has a right first time attitudeThen we would love to hear from you!When you join Pentagon, from Day 1 you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:* 31 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) that will increase with length of service.* Recommend a Friend Scheme.* Discounted days out with family and friends.* Retail discounts saving £££'s on shopping and dining out.* Fully funded, Nationally Recognised Qualifications.* Manufacturer specific training.* Salary Finance.* 24 hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme and designated site Mental Health First Aiders.* Team member Pension Scheme contributions.* Friends & family Customer Referral Payments* Discounts on products and services that we provide for family and friends.We pride ourselves on offering exceptional training and development opportunities along with realistic career paths for each member of our Team.Main responsibilities of the role include:* Over seeing the day to day running of the Bodyshop.* Allocating work to the Bodyshop team of Panel, Paint and MET Technicians.* Implementing insurance KPIs, key to key and cycle time.* Assessing and managing the Bodyshop run rate and efficiency.* Liaising with other departments within the business e.g. Service* Communicating with the Sales department in relation to prep work.* Working closely with the Parts department and updating the office on parts supply.* Booking sub-contractor work both on and off site.* Pre and post vehicle sweeps.* Quality control of repair stages and final QC.The working hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 17:30pm.Successful candidates will have:* Previous experience working in an Automotive Bodyshop environment.* Good knowledge of motor vehicles and safety requirements.* Excellent organisational skills and great attention to detail.* The ability to allocate work and monitor jobs to achieve their completion dates.* The ability to work well to deadlines and a proactive attitude in achieving targets.* Effective communication skills both written and verbal.* A strong team player mentality and the ability to motivate others.* Natural problem solving skills.* Good IT skillsPrevious experience using Autoflex and Audatex would be an advantage for this role.At Pentagon, we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our success.We are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.Our values are chosen and driven by our colleagues, incorporating , trust , respect , integrity and communication , to create and maintain a positive , collaborative culture.Our vision, is that we believe that by embracing the perspectives and talents of every individual, we can drive meaningful change and create a more inclusive automotive industry for generations to come.For more information on why becoming a member of the Pentagon Motor Group team is an amazing career choice head over to our website!https://www.pentagon-group.co.uk/recruitment### Bodyshop Estimator* **Salary** 38,000 + great company benefits* Annual* **Job Reference** ukmotus/TP/13162/1785* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** 05 February, 2026* **Job Category** Bodyshop* **Business Unit** PMG Derby Vauxhall* **Location** Derby, United Kingdom* 06 January, 2026