Estimator/VDA

Salary/Rate:£40,500 – £43,500 Basic
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Manchester
County:Greater Manchester
Job ref:1038
Post Date:August 25, 2026
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About the Role

Bodyshop Estimator – Manchester

Salary: £40,500 – £43,500 Basic + Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (Saturdays on a rota, 8:30am – 12:30pm)
Client: Bodyshop
Location: Manchester

What’s on offer:
£40,500 – £43,500 basic salary plus bonus
Annual pay reviews
Company car scheme
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Paid sick leave
Career progression opportunities
Professional bodyshop working environment
Long-term career stability

Key Requirements:
Previous experience as a Bodyshop Estimator is essential
Strong knowledge and experience using Audatex
Stable career history within the automotive industry
Strong attention to detail and estimating accuracy
Good communication and organisational skills
Full UK driving licence

The Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bodyshop Estimator to join a professional bodyshop in Manchester. You will be responsible for assessing vehicle damage, preparing accurate repair estimates and ensuring all work is correctly costed before repairs begin.

Using Audatex, you’ll produce detailed estimates, identify required repair methods and liaise with customers, insurers and the workshop team throughout the repair process. You will help ensure repairs are authorised efficiently, costs are controlled and vehicles progress smoothly through the bodyshop.

With a competitive basic salary, bonus potential and excellent company benefits, this role offers long-term stability and career progression within the automotive accident repair sector.

How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced Bodyshop Estimator looking to join a professional bodyshop in Manchester, offering strong earnings, excellent benefits and long-term career progression, please apply today.

Contact C&B Recruitment – specialists in permanent automotive recruitment.

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