[ref. d16059820] Vehicle Damage Assessor

We are currently recruiting a Vehicle Damage Assessor to join our team at our York Operation Centre.

As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be responsible for providing a physical inspection of vehicles. The information gathered is reported through an electronic form (DTLE), which is reviewed by the Vehicle Image Engineers to provide the customer with a fully detailed vehicle appraisal report.

As part of this Vehicle Damage Assessor role, you will have the opportunity to undertake additional career development and obtain a recognised motor engineering qualification (ATA VDA).

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that physical vehicle examinations and inspections (DTLE's) are carried out in accordance with Copart's standards
• Investigating and providing important information to Copart's Engineering Teams
• Liaising with insurance companies and processing requests regarding additional vehicle information
• Operating a handheld device to document vehicle information and imagery
• Maintaining excellent service levels
• Communicating and collaborating information with colleagues within the operating centres and Head Office
• Following Health & Safety and Company guidelines, to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Reporting any issues preventing the efficient completion of duties to the Engineering Service Manager

What we need from you:

• Experience of motor vehicles and familiarity with all types of damage and repair methods
• Knowledge of basic legal vehicle road worthiness requirements under the Road Traffic Act are required for this role
• Ability to interpret degrees of damage and possible consequences
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What we offer you in return:

• Monday to Friday working
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to celebrate a special occasion to you
• A further paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Medicash Cover - look after you and your family by providing a range of positive health care benefits
• Contributory workplace pension plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance cover
• The ability to purchase shares in our successful global company at a discounted rate
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out, and utility bills for the home

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.