Automotive Technician

I’m partnering with a major Irish insurer to hire an In‑House Motor Engineer to join their Claims Vendor Management Team. This is a permanent role with strong benefits, a supportive culture, and the chance to influence how motor claims are handled nationwide.

 

Location: South Dublin, 2 days on site

Salary: €60,000

 

What is the role about:

You’ll be the go‑to technical expert supporting Claims Handlers with accurate, fair, and efficient assessments across private, commercial, and (occasionally) agricultural vehicles.

This is a desktop‑based role , no road work , where you’ll use your hands‑on repair knowledge to guide decisions, challenge repair costs, and ensure claims progress smoothly.

 

You’ll also play a key part in managing and auditing the insurer’s repair network and motor service providers, helping to drive quality, value, and continuous improvement.

• Managing a portfolio of desktop assessments: accidental damage, image‑based reviews, pre‑theft valuations, and diminution opinions
• Providing expert second opinions on complex or disputed claims
• Supporting Claims Handlers with technical guidance and repair methodology
• Producing regular reporting on performance: lifecycle, labour rates, inspection volumes, trends
• Attending quarterly review meetings with key vendors
• Working with the Motor Service Provider Co‑ordinator to audit repairers and assessing partners
• Delivering training to Claims Handlers where processes can be improved

 

Your profile:

You don’t need to be a qualified assessor already they will support that. What matters most is real hands‑on experience and strong technical judgement.

 

Registered member of the Institute of Automotive Engineer Assessors (IAEA)

 

Essential

• Solid hands‑on background in garages/bodyshops: mechanic, panel beater, bodyshop tech, strip & fit, workshop supervisor, etc.
• Strong understanding of repair methods and vehicle construction
• Ability to stand over decisions and challenge repairers confidently
• Comfortable explaining technical issues to non‑technical colleagues
• Good communication and reporting skills

 

Nice to have (not essential)

• Experience with Audatex or other estimating systems
• Experience with agricultural machinery
• Previous assessing or insurance experience
• IAEA membership (they will pay for this if you don’t have it)

 

Benefits Include

• Competitive performance‑related bonus
• Employer pension contributions
• Private health insurance allowance
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Insurance discounts (car, home, travel)
• Wellness wallet & wellbeing initiatives

 

If you are curious to know more and if your profile fits perfectly with this position, please reach out to Iraia at +353 15225356 or send us your updated CV to iraia.sanchez@recruiters.ie

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