Bodyshop Estimator

BODYSHOP ESTIMATOR

Bodyshop Estimator details:

Basic Salary: £30,000 - £40,000+ and Quarterly Bonuses Structures

Working Hours: Monday - Friday (40 hours per week)

Location: Sunderland

A busy, modern accident repair centre is looking for a Bodyshop Estimator to join their team. You'll be responsible for producing accurate repair estimates, ensuring all work meets manufacturer standards, and supporting a smooth, efficient workflow across the Bodyshop.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess vehicle damage and produce detailed repair estimates using digital platforms such as Audatex or GT Motive.
• Identify correct repair methods in line with manufacturer repair methods (MRMs), including considerations for EV and hybrid vehicles.
• Liaise with insurers, engineers, and internal teams to agree repair costs, updates, and authorisations.
• Monitor ongoing repairs, updating estimates where required and ensuring work progresses efficiently and within agreed timescales.
• Maintain compliance with BSI PAS 10125 standards and ensure all repairs meet safety, quality, and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator, VDA, Panel Technician, Paint Technician, MET Technician/Strip Fitter, within a fast paced accident repair centre. Other roles within a Bodyshop are also considered.
• Strong knowledge of modern vehicle construction, repair techniques, and manufacturer standards (including high strength steels and aluminium).
• Ideally have an ATA accreditation or VDA (preferred) and proficiency in estimating systems such as Audatex (up to date certification essential).
• Strong IT and system skills.
• Good understanding of electric and hybrid vehicle repair processes, including safety considerations.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage workloads and maximise efficiency.