Vehicle Damage Assessor​/Assistant Bodyshop Manager

VDA / Bodyshop Assistant Manager

£45,000 - £48,000 Basic Salary

Southend-on-Sea

Permanent / Full Time

Our client, a busy and well-established independent bodyshop in the Southend-on-Sea area, is looking to recruit an experienced VDA / Bodyshop Assistant Manager to support the day‑to‑day running of their operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with estimating experience who is also confident assisting with the administration and coordination of a busy bodyshop office.

If you have experience with estimating systems and enjoy being involved in both the technical and operational side of a bodyshop - we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

• Producing accurate vehicle damage assessments and repair estimates.
• Working with insurance companies to manage and progress repair authorisations.
• Supporting the day‑to‑day running of the bodyshop office.
• Assisting with invoicing and general administrative duties.
• Answering customer enquiries and handling incoming calls professionally.
• Liaising with technicians and management to ensure smooth workflow and repair progress.
• Managing estimates and repair updates through bodyshop management systems.

• Previous experience working as a VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor or Estimator within a bodyshop environment.
• Strong understanding of Audatex and Auto Flow systems.
• Confident dealing with insurance companies and customers.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to support the management team and help coordinate a busy bodyshop office.
• Professional communication skills and strong attention to detail.

For further details on this VDA / Bodyshop Assistant Manager role in Southend-on-Sea and other jobs within the motor trade, please submit your CV to ACS Automotive Recruitment Consultancy