Desktop Motor Engineer

About the job

Job Title: Desktop Motor Engineer

Location: Sevenoaks

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum DOE

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

As a Desktop Motor Engineer, you will be able to assess prospects of repair v total loss utilising engineering tools available in accordance with guidelines and procedures, taking commercial decision making into account. You will also be able to mitigate ancillary claim spend on hire, storage and recovery charges.

You will provide accurate assessments of repair cost by authorising repairs and supervising the prompt payment of accounts within established guideline and procedures.

What you will be doing:

• To obtain high quality value for money repairs that do not adversely affect the safety of the vehicle.
• Prompt and accurate production of reports and estimates and authorisation of repairs, together with valuation of vehicles.
• Accurate categorisation and timely disposal of salvage in accordance with the ABI guidelines.
• To develop and maintain effective relationships with claims handlers, repairers and intermediaries to ensure the best outcome for the business and customer.
• Monitor repair work and activities of repairers so to ensure that the average repair cost falls within the motor engineers' territory minimum number of substandard repair referrals.

What we're looking for:

• Thorough knowledge of the details of the methods of motor vehicle accident repair.
• Experience of estimating and negotiation.
• VDA ATA AQP Accreditation
• Thorough knowledge of Computerised Estimation Systems (Audatex and Glassmatix)
• Thorough knowledge of Thatcham Escribe.

​About Acorn Insurance:

We are a growing business with great opportunities to build your knowledge of the financial services industry. As a specialist insurance provider, we have over 40 years of experience helping people secure motor insurance across all of the UK. We help more than 50,000 customers to find a policy that meets their needs and gives them the peace of mind that comes with high-quality insurance.

At Acorn Insurance we provide full training and continuous coaching inhouse you will be given full in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business.

We celebrate difference and it's important to us that we have a culture where our people feel respected and valued for who they are. We pride ourselves on being accessible and encourage inclusive environments where our people can always give and show the very best of themselves.

Why Acorn Insurance?

Acorn want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the benefits you will receive include:

• Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
• Additional Buy & Sell Holidays
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Company Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• Perk Box Online & High Street vouchers and discounts
• Fresh fruit Deliveries twice a week*
• £250 bonus for every new colleague you recommend to the business
• Free monthly Café Nero Coffee
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames
• Clearly defined progression paths with training and support
• National vocational qualifications
• Free self-development & qualifications via Magpie Learning
• A comprehensive Mental Health support network including:
• A wide Network of Mental Health First Aiders 4 free counselling sessions
• CBT programmes available with a trained Therapist Mentor
• Unlimited access to a councillor 365 days a year, 24/7
• Free Hot Drinks*
• Dress Down Days
• Regular Employment Engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes
• Charity fundraising events

All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to satisfactory standard.

If you think you would be a great fit for us, but don't meet all the requirements of the role, please contact us as we'd love to discuss how Acorn Insurance could be the next step in your career journey.

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