Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) - Fix Auto Manchester East

As an apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor, your role will be varied and interesting - no two days will be the same! Typically, duties will include: 

Inspecting and assessing accident-damaged vehicles Researching repair methods to work out the correct and safe repair required for each individual vehicle Using specialist software to produce work instructions and costings Liaise with technical colleagues, customers and insurance companies to negotiate the repair

Training:
Our training partner will deliver a high-quality programme here in our state-of-the-art body shop alongside a highly skilled mentor - both will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle damage assessor Once the apprenticeship is complete, you will achieve a Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification in Vehicle Damage Assessor

Training Outcome:
Following completion of your apprenticeship, you can expect permanent employment as well as opportunities to progress into roles such as Workshop Controller or Bodyshop Manager The opportunities are endless Having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector, following their own interests and ambitions

Employer Description:

Fix Auto Manchester East has been an integral member of the Fix Auto UK network since the summer of 2011 and is owned and managed by the Gore family.     

The Oldham-based multi-award-winning repair centre is easily accessible via the main A62 Oldham Way and Lees Road. 

Like all Fix Auto UK vehicle repairers the business holds the prestigious BS10125 accreditation which provides the ultimate confidence that all repairs are carried out to the highest British Standards and as such ensures all car accident repairs, dent removals, dent repairs, bumper repairs, wheel alignment and wheel tracking are repaired or rectified to the highest standards. 

Significantly, Fix Auto Manchester East hold official vehicle repair accreditations – or approvals – for the Volkswagen Audi Group of premium car brands that includes Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, SEAT and Cupra. It also received the official accreditation from Stellantis encompassing Alfa Romeo, DS, Jeep, Abarth, Citroën, Fiat, Peugeot and Vauxhall models. The repairer also holds the official status from Kia.   

Working Hours :
Typically Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness