Vehicle Damage Assessor

ZIGUP plc; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle repair group in Hoddesdon is looking for a Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator to join their busy team. Ideal candidates will possess a full UK Driving Licence and have experience in the automotive industry, preferably with knowledge of Audatex. Responsibilities include assessing vehicle damages, estimating repair costs, and staying updated on repair methodologies. The role offers a fantastic salary, uncapped bonus schemes, and a range of exclusive benefits, including 23 days annual leave and additional well-being services.

Benefits

Uncapped monthly bonus schemes

23 days annual leave plus public holidays

Life assurance

Vehicle-leasing schemes

Pension and share scheme

Retailer discounts and cashback

Well-being services

Financial wellbeing app

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing different marques of vehicles.
• Knowledge of repair methodologies and insurer requirements.
• Ability to keep up to date with manufacturers' literature.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicles for damage and estimate repair costs.
• Interact with different insurers and understand their processes.
• Keep up with evolving repair methods and literature.

Skills

Experience in automotive industry

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience using Audatex

Solid workshop background

Job description

Vehicle Damage Assessor/Estimator

Reference: DEC20250065

Expiry date: 11:20, Wed, 21st Jan 2026

Location: Hoddesdon

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive, colleague only benefits and discounts

Join the UK’s largest repair group in this fantastic opportunity, as a VDA / Estimator at our new busy workshop in Hoddesdon.

Whether you are an experienced Estimator, or you already work in the automotive industry and are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. You will need to hold a full UK Driving Licence. Experience using Audatex, and a solid workshop background are preferred.

You will be responsible for assessing many different marques of vehicle. This means keeping up to date with all repair methodologies and it is also important for you as a Vehicle Damage Assessor to fully understand different insurers and manufacturers literature and bulletins.

Why choose FMG RS?

Of course, we offer a fantastic basic salary, but there’s much more to being a VDA at FMG RS than just that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but aren’t limited to) …

• fantastic uncapped monthly bonus schemes plusguaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday!
• start with 23 days annual leave, of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
• free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
• exclusive colleague-only vehicle‑leasing schemes
• pension & save‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
• A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals
• well‑being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
• Stream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!
• You’re rewardedfor your part in our success - lots of customers means lots of work to share, which in turn means lots of opportunity to boost your earnings through our fantastic bonus schemes;
• We invest in you - We believe everyone should have the opportunity to better themselves and look to progress, not just within FMG RS but the wider ZIGUP business too;
• We’re growing - it’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re committed to being at cutting edge, investing in everything from our EV capabilities, our workshops to our Training Centres;

Join the FMG RS family

With the best people in the industry within our Group, we really believe that no one else can do what we do as well as us. So what are you waiting for?

We’re also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.

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