Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) - MG Accident Repair Centre, Wolverhampton

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:

Doing the simple things brilliantly…vehicle repair perfection. MG Accident Repair Centre is renowned for absolute professionalism, quality and attention to detail in all aspects of vehicle body repair, with customer focus and communication at the very centre. Widely recognised throughout Wolverhampton, Stafford, Cannock and Stoke-on-Trent, their first-class service extends throughout the West Midlands, Staffordshire and Shropshire. Holding numerous insurance approvals and BSI 10125 status. MG Accident Repair Centre continue to strive, invest and exceed all customer expectations. We believe in delivering uncompromising quality whilst providing an exceptional level of service for all of our customers. Utilising our years of expertise and training we provide a specialised range of services tailored to enhancing the experience of owning your vehicle whether it be repair your vehicle after an accident, carry out minor cosmetic repairs or carrying out any routine checks…why would you settle for anything less? Everything we do is built around the same philosophy, to repair your vehicle and return it to its original pre-accident condition, with the least amount of inconvenience to you. We handle the whole claim process for you and promise to keep you informed every step of the way. Customer focus, service and retention is a key element within the business model. We have eliminated conflict, implemented new thinking processes, new technology, new rules and procedures to ensure we have a solution we know our customers and partners desire.

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