Estimator and Parts Coordinator / Part-Time / Competitive hourly pay

Job Title: Part-Time Estimator and Parts Coordinator Location: Nigel Whann Accident Repair Centre, Ballymena Job Type: Part-Time (4 Days) About Us: Nigel Whann Accident Repair Centre is a highly respected, customer-focused automotive body shop based in Ballymena, committed to delivering top-quality repairs and outstanding service. We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Part-Time Estimator and Parts Coordinator to join our team. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring accurate repair estimates and effective parts management, keeping our repair processes efficient and customer satisfaction high. Working Hours: This is a part-time role with flexible hours, ideal for candidates looking to balance work with other commitments while contributing to a team dedicated to quality service. Benefits: Competitive hourly pay Flexible working hours Opportunities for professional development and training About The Role Job Summary: The Part-Time Estimator and Parts Coordinator will be responsible for evaluating vehicle damage, creating precise repair estimates using Audatex and GT Motive software, and managing the ordering, tracking, and organization of parts for all repairs. This position is ideal for a candidate with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in automotive estimating and parts handling. Key Responsibilities: Estimating: Inspect vehicles to assess damage and generate accurate, detailed repair estimates using Audatex and GT Motive software. Clearly communicate repair needs, timelines, and cost estimates to customers. Collaborate with insurance adjusters to obtain necessary approvals, ensuring estimates meet Nigel Whann Accident Repair Centre and insurance standards. Revise estimates as needed based on additional findings during the repair process, ensuring all updates are accurately documented in Audatex and GT Motive. Parts Management: Coordinate the entire parts process. Maintain an organized parts area, with clear labelling and tracking of parts for each job. Handle parts returns, exchanges, and credits as required. Communicate with suppliers to expedite orders or resolve parts-related issues to keep repairs on schedule. Nigel Whann Accident Repair Centre are an equal opportunities employer Required Criteria Experience in automotive estimating, ideally in a body shop environment. Strong organizational skills Knowledge of automotive repair processes. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and efficiently handle multiple tasks. Skills Needed Initiative, Communication, Bodyshop Repairs, Time Management Salary Not disclosed Skills: Initiative Communication Bodyshop Repairs Time Management Benefits: Vacation, Paid time off Retirement plan and/or pension Flexible schedule Competitive salary