Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor
About the role
- Inspecting damaged vehicles and accurately recording damage using manufacturer guidance
- Producing repair estimates using estimating software and learning how repair costs are calculated
- Supporting the creation of repair specifications and ensuring work follows manufacturer repair methods and safety standards
- Assisting with job documentation, photographs, parts ordering and workflow planning
- Communicating professionally with customers, colleagues, insurers and engineers
- Maintaining accurate records while following health, safety and environmental procedures
- Supporting the team to ensure repairs are completed on time and to a high standard
Working week
Monday to Friday (varied between 08:00–17:00).
Skills
Required qualifications
Training & development
Your training will take place both at your workplace and Thatcham Research Automotive Academy, Daytona Drive, Thatcham, RG19 4NR. Block-release training with an apprenticeship provider every six weeks.
- Block-release training with an apprenticeship provider every six weeks
- On-the-job guidance from an experienced team and allocated workplace mentor
- Visits from a training provider coach every 6–8 weeks
- Additional support from Apprenticeship Central
You'll learn a range of technical skills, gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, and receive ongoing support to help you succeed. After completing the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with the company in a permanent role and develop your career as a Vehicle Damage Assessor.
Company benefits
- 23 days annual leave and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
- Free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
- Pension & save-as-you-earn share schem
- Well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
- Stream App – a Financial Well-being app.
Things to consider
Able to travel reliably to and from the workplace.
About FMG REPAIR SERVICES LIMITED
FMG Repair Services are the UK's leading accident repair services group, with opportunities in our repair centres, Mobile Repair and Motorglass teams throughout England, Scotland and Wales. We recognise our people are our greatest asset - central to our success - with our team working in a diverse range of roles and locations nationwide.