Group Bodyshop Estimator

About the role….

We are excited to be recruiting for a Group Bodyshop Estimator to assist in overseeing our group of Bodyshop's. This is an unrivalled opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest growing motor groups.

As a Group Bodyshop Estimator, you will be required to ensure that customers vehicles are fully and accurately assessed for repair to a high standard in line with contractual agreements and certified repair methodology. Assisting our site Estimators Day to day ensuring high accuracy and competency levels are upheld. Quality checking will be key. Here at Stoneacre we never underestimate an employee's talent and their ability, whilst ultimately contributing to making Stoneacre the Number One motor group.

Do we have your interest…?

Here at Stoneacre our ambition is to be the best place to work, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We care about our employees, we encourage ambition and nurture talent and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. This helps towards making Stoneacre the Number One Motor Group. So what's in it for you?

• Industry leading competitive salary
• A flexible approach to working patterns
• Bonus scheme
• A range of training and development programmes
• Industry leading career progression opportunities
• Contributory workplace pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Long service reward
• Customer introduced reward
• Employee discounts
• Access to discounts on retailers, restaurants, holidays and much more
• Wellness programme
• Free parking

An average day as a Group Bodyshop Estimator…

• You will work closely with our Bodyshop Managers and be responsible for compiling & quality checking estimates on vehicles that require body repairs and paintwork to a high standard.
• You will be responsible for maintaining Audatex profiles, keeping them up to date with the most recent insurer information
• You will ensure estimates are produced in accordance with Thatcham/Manufacture methods but also profitable to repair.
• You will obtain final authorisation for completed repairs; liaising with insurance companies to gain authorisation for invoicing.
• You will supply insurers with parts/sub contract details for audit when required.
• You will assist our Bodyshop Managers with duties involved in the running of the Bodyshop's

About you…

• You will have fantastic communication skills and thrive working in a challenging yet rewarding environment
• You will have the ability to work well under pressure - It will be your calm ability that will help you overcome any challenge that is thrown your way.
• You will have experience in developing relationships with customers third party companies (such as insurance companies) and your colleagues.
• You must be Audatex fluent & certified
• You must have GT Motive knowledge
• You will Ideally have ATA/VDA but is not essential.
• Your will Ideally have Autoflow experience but is not essential
• You will have the drive and determination to maintain a productive profitable department and the ability to work under pressure and achieve results through other people.
• We want you to love what you do – The rest will come naturally.

“Stoneacre Motor Group are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive by being themselves.\"

The Company
Originally founded in 1994, Stoneacre is a family-owned business that has progressively grown to become one of the UK's fastest-growing and most successful car dealer groups.

We operate from 64 locations across England and Wales, have 137 franchise sales points representing 27 manufacturers. Specialising in the sale of new and used cars, as well as commercial vehicles, the group also offers servicing, parts and bodyshop facilities.

We currently have over 2,750 dedicated members of the Stoneacre team who share our dedication and passion to provide complete customer satisfaction. We are committed to developing our people, as we know it's the best investment we can make.

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