Vehicle Damage Assessor / Trainee Vehicle Damage AssessorLocation: HatfieldSalary: 30,000 - 38,000 + Yearly BonusHours: 40 hours per week, 1 in 3 SaturdaysAlecto Recruitment is currently working with an established Body Shop in the Hatfield area, looking for a passionate individual to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) or a Technician seeking to transition into a VDA role.Responsibilities:Accurately assess damaged vehicles to identify necessary repairs and parts replacementCreate detailed and accurate repair estimates using industry-standard softwareCommunicate with insurers, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfactionCoordinate with technicians and other workshop staff to ensure timely and high-quality repairsManage multiple vehicle assessments simultaneously while maintaining attention to detailEnsure all repair work meets manufacturer and insurance standardsFor trainees: Assist in assessments under the supervision of experienced VDAs while receiving comprehensive trainingRequirements:Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor or a background as a Vehicle Technician looking to transitionFamiliarity with automotive repair processes, either from body shop work or mechanical rolesExperience using estimating software such as Audatex or similar (for VDAs)Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain repair needs and processes to both technical and non-technical ..... full job details .....