Auction Yard Operations Specialist

Cox Automotive; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Option to buy additional holiday days

Your birthday off paid

Well-Being Day

Charity Day

Career progression opportunities

Competitive pension

Job summary

Manheim Auction Services, part of Cox Automotive, is seeking people to support daily yard operations and ensure the safe, timely movement of vehicles for auction. You will organise vehicles, assist with imaging and pre-sale documentation, and uphold site health and safety standards.

As a Cox Automotive team member, you’ll benefit from the company’s industry-leading approach, inclusive culture, and opportunities for progression across the Cox Automotive network.

Qualifications

• Adhere to health and safety regulations and site guidelines.
• Move vehicles efficiently to support smooth operations.
• Basic understanding of Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) legislation.
• Confidently operate required technology and hardware for key processes.
• Ability to drive a wide range of vehicles with various ignition systems and transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Organise and present vehicles for auction in line with company and vendor standards.
• Safely drive vehicles as instructed, including potential collection and delivery tasks.
• Assist in arranging and manoeuvring vehicles to ensure a clean, professional, and orderly yard layout.
• Ensure all vehicles are properly prepared and displayed with accurate and complete pre-sale documentation.
• Drive responsibly and professionally at all times, following site rules and HSE policies.
• Support the valet team by locating and moving vehicles as needed.
• Promote a safe working environment by following HSE procedures and reporting concerns.
• Assist with vehicle imaging to ensure high-quality visual records.
• Contribute to vehicle pre-inspection activities in preparation for auction.
• Support additional operational tasks to deliver efficient auction services and enhance customer experience.
• Operate entry/exit control points and manage key handling as per policies.
• Maintain a calm, courteous, and professional approach with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Health & safety awareness

Vehicle handling

Teamwork

Job description

Manheim Auction Services, part of Cox Automotive, is seeking people to support daily yard operations and ensure the safe, timely movement of vehicles for auction. You will organise vehicles, assist with imaging and pre-sale documentation, and uphold site health and safety standards.

As a Cox Automotive team member, you’ll benefit from the company’s industry-leading approach, inclusive culture, and opportunities for progression across the Cox Automotive network.