Trainee Estimator

TRAINEE VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR / ESTIMATOR
Location: Stafford
Salary: Up to £38,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your bodyshop experience is recognised, your earning potential can grow, and your career can move in a new direction?

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Technician ready to step away from the tools and build a long-term career as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator, this is an outstanding opportunity to receive structured training and ongoing support within a professional accident repair centre.

Offering a competitive starting salary of up to £38,000 depending on experience, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to progress into one of the industry's most rewarding technical roles.

Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working week, no weekend commitments, and the opportunity to work in a modern accident repair environment. This is the perfect opportunity for an ambitious Panel Beater, MET Technician, Paint Technician or Multi-Skilled Technician looking to utilise their repair knowledge in a customer-facing estimating career with genuine progression opportunities.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive Salary (up to £38,000 DOE)
Monday to Friday Working Pattern (8:00am - 5:00pm)
40-Hour Working Week
Full-Time, Permanent Position
Full Training to Become a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator
Modern Accident Repair Centre
Ongoing Training & Professional Development
Genuine Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE
As a Trainee Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator, you will receive full training while learning how to accurately assess vehicle damage, prepare repair estimates, and liaise with customers, insurers, and the workshop team.
Using your existing bodyshop knowledge, you'll develop into a key member of the accident repair operation, ensuring repairs are correctly estimated, authorised, and completed efficiently to the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Learn how to inspect and assess accident-damaged vehicles
Prepare accurate repair estimates using industry estimating systems under the guidance of experienced Vehicle Damage Assessors
Identify repair methods, replacement parts, labour times, and repair costs
Liaise with customers, insurance companies, engineers, and repair teams throughout the repair journey
Work closely with Panel, Paint, and MET Technicians to ensure repair methods are accurate and achievable
Assist in monitoring repair progress and updating customers on vehicle status
Ensure all estimates comply with manufacturer repair methods, insurance requirements, and BS10125 standards
Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining accurate documentation and repair records

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced Bodyshop Technician who is eager to develop their career into estimating and has the ambition to become a successful Vehicle Damage Assessor.

Previous experience within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
Background as a Panel Beater, MET Technician, Paint Technician, Prepper, Multi-Skilled Technician, or Vehicle Technician
Strong understanding of modern vehicle repair methods and accident repair processes
Good technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail
Strong communication and customer service skills
Computer literate with the willingness to learn estimating software and bodyshop management systems
Well organised with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities
Positive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop professionally
Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team
Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Alternative Job Titles:
Trainee Vehicle Damage Assessor / Trainee Estimator / Junior Vehicle Damage Assessor / Bodyshop Estimator / Vehicle Estimator / VDA Trainee / Bodyshop Technician / Panel Beater / MET Technician / Multi-Skilled Technician / Accident Repair Technician

APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing accident repair business that believes in developing talent from within, offering full training, genuine career progression, and long-term stability.

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Technician looking to move into a rewarding Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator career where your technical knowledge will be recognised, developed, and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration and take the next step in your automotive career.

Contact - Job Reference - 54277