We are currently recruiting for a Motor Engineer to join our Claims Team.

Reporting to Motor Engineer Team Leader, the Motor Engineer will assess prospects of repair v total loss using engineering tools available, supporting an efficient, cost effective and timely motor inspection service and delivering fair settlement recommendations in line with AXA procedures, guidelines, and regulatory obligations. The role will start with desktop assessment, developing into audit, field and court attendance.

We’re looking for an experienced motor engineer, with experience gained in a garage workshop/vehicle repair environment, qualified in Automotive Repair or similar, and experience in estimating and negotiating with a strong customer focus.

At AXA, diversity and inclusion means empowering people to be 100% themselves at work. We are moving towards a smart working model with a hybrid way of working, balancing home & in office based from one of our offices in either Dublin, Belfast of Derry. We champion flexible working and are more than happy to talk to you about flexible hours that suits you and our Business.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts technical investigations and provides detailed reports; including HPI, MIAFTR, Audatex estimates accurately detailing the correct repair method and costings
• Provides valuations within the Glass’s Guide with appropriate adjustments based on local market
• Negotiates settlement with suppliers and customers. effectively control and reduce repair costs
• Delivers and maintains technical and safety standards training
• Identify and refer potential cases of fraud to Special Investigations Unit (SIU) using red flag indicators and handler intuition to avoid commercial loss through potentially fraudulent claims
• Provides expert evidence in court and/ or at legal consultations
• Conducts audit inspections and collates/co-ordinates audit data
• Monitors contractual performance and Service Level Agreements of suppliers within the working area

• 5+ Years experience in a similar role, practical experience gained in a garage workshop/vehicle repair environment (time served apprentice).
• BTEC/ City and Guilds full technical certificate or having a minimum of NVQ3 in Automotive Repair or similar
• Attainment or progress towards membership of the Institute of Automotive Engineer Assessors or IMI
• Proven ability in customer liaison and negotiation
• Experienced Motor vehicle construction and repair techniques covering bodywork, paint work, mechanical, electrical, and trim
• Expert in new and secondhand market vehicle values, environment and trends
• Understanding of Claim regulations, compliance and legislation beneficial

Would you like to wake up every day driven and inspired by our noble mission and to work together as one global team to empower people to live a better life? Here at AXA we strive to lead the transformation of our industry. We are looking for talented individuals who come from varied backgrounds, think differently and want to be part of this exciting transformation by challenging the status quo so we can push AXA - a leading global brand and one of the most innovative companies in our industry - onto even greater things.

In a fast-evolving world and with a presence in 64 countries, our 166,000 employees and exclusive distributors anticipate change to offer services and solutions tailored to the current and future needs of our 103 million customers.

Proud to be part of the AXA Group, at AXA Ireland our values are at the heart of everything we do. We work together as One AXA, embracing our differences to make our teams great. We believe integrity, courage and our customer-first approach is what makes us a great place to work. AXA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from across all communities.

One of the best things about joining AXA is our rewards package. At AXA Ireland, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package reflects that. You can expect to receive:

• Competitive salary with annual review
• Annual company & performance-based bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 10% employer contributions)
• Life Assurance
• Generous annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• AXA employee discounts
• Education support and plenty of learning opportunities.

AXA is proud to support the needs of our employees and as such understands everyone has individual work and home life responsibilities. We are therefore happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, should this be a requirement for you.

At AXA, we want to become one of the most inspiring companies to work for and to achieve this ambition, we need the best talent to come and work for us. We look for candidates with the right skills and values to join us and selection is based on a fair and equal process. As a financial services company, all successful candidates will require employment checks, so we can ensure regulatory compliance.

We’re proud to be committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

AXA Ireland dac consider applicants on the basis of skills, experience & qualifications and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status.