Trainee Bodyshop VDA

BMW; Bedford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Bedford is seeking a Trainee Bodyshop Vehicle Damage Assessor. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting and delivering vehicles, conducting damage checks, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will possess confident communication skills and a full UK driving licence. This position offers a range of rewards including extensive annual leave, exclusive retail discounts, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave including bank holidays

Exclusive retail discounts

Discounts on new and used cars

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

24/7 access to healthcare professionals

Paid day to volunteer

Company share purchase plan

Referral rewards

Training and development opportunities

Life assurance options

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Confident communication skills required.
• Multi-tasking abilities are essential.
• A full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver vehicles ensuring documentation is completed.
• Examine vehicles for damage before collection.
• Maintain accurate vehicle records at all times.

Skills

Confident and professional communication skills

Multi-task oriented

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Group1 Bedford is looking for aTrainee Bodyshop VDA.

Your role

What you’ll do day to day:

• Collection and delivery vehicles from customers’ homes or work premises, ensuring collection and / or completion of all paperwork required.
• Examine customer vehicles for damage and tyre safety prior to collecting vehicle ensuring that damage reports are completed and pointed out to customers wherever possible.
• Ensuring all photos of the vehicle stock is up to date and presented correct on all ecommerce sites
• Ensuring all signage and pricing is correct on vehicle stock on the forecourt
• Maintain systems and procedures in line with department operating standards and utilise them appropriately.
• Complete any relevant documentation with the customer where necessary.
• Receive and receipt for the collection of payments from customers where necessary.
• Chauffeur company personnel and / or customers where required.
• Collect / deliver small items where required.
• Display an enthusiastic, motivated and committed approach to work
• To control the movement and security of all vehicles on site
• To maintain accurate and true records at all times when releasing or receiving vehicles

Your profile

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here− if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

• Confident and professional communication skills
• Multi-task oriented
• Full UK driving licence

Rewards

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave(including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day withour exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great dealwith discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years aheadwith our company pension scheme
• Balance home and workwith our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter
• Commute for lesswith our cycle-to-work scheme
• Prioritise your wellbeingwith dedicated support for you and your family
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily
• Make a differencewith a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your futurewith our company share purchase plan
• Earn financial rewardswhen you refer a friend to join the team
• Keep learning and growingwith our training and development opportunities for everyone.
• Life assurancewith the option to increase cover
• We’re open toflexible workingoptions – just ask

Company

If you’re dedicated to customer experience, have a drive to help others and share a passion for design, technology, and engineering, you could be a valuable member of a BMW Group Retailer Team.