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Heavy Goods Vehicle Inspection Engineers

Logistics UK

London

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GBP 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading company in the logistics sector as a Vehicle Inspection Engineer based in London. This dynamic, field-based role involves conducting inspections and audits on vehicles while offering expert advice on compliance and improvements. Enjoy a flexible schedule with travel opportunities and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Christmas Working Arrangement for extra time off

Health Cash Plan for employees

Private Medical Insurance for managers

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Two paid days off for charity work

Various learning and development opportunities

Range of pension schemes

Award scheme for outstanding employees

Qualifications

Fully trained HGV, PSV or MHE Engineer with relevant technical qualifications.
Membership of a professional body desired.
Sound knowledge of HGV/PSV testing standards.

Responsibilities

Plan and organise work effectively, including member contact.
Conduct inspections and audits safely to high standards.
Engage with customers to provide cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Technical Qualifications

Strong IT Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Motivation

Education

C&G Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (Heavy Vehicle)

NVQ/SNVQ Level 2 or above

We’re on the lookout for skilled Vehicle Inspection Engineers based across London to join our expert team at Logistics UK.
In this field-based role, you’ll carry out audits and maintenance inspections on vehicles and equipment, supporting our members with expert advice on compliance, industry changes, and vehicle improvements.

This is a flexible role that involves regular travel and occasional overnight stays — perfect for someone who enjoys being on the move and working independently.

Why Join Logistics UK?

Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.

An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC

As a Vehicle Inspection Engineer / Heavy Good Vehicle Inspection Engineer your responsibilities will be:

• To plan and organise your work effectively, including member contact

• Carrying out inspections and audits safely and to our high standards

• Meeting productivity targets and complete tasks on time

• Ensuring all reports and documentation are completed accurately

• Protecting and maintaining our electronic systems and data security

• Engaging with customers to provide practical, cost-effective solutions

• Attending training and meetings as required

• Supporting the Regional Operations Manager with additional duties

• Living and breathing our core values: Excellence, Dynamism, Togetherness, Reputation

• Fully trained HGV, PSV or MHE Engineer with relevant technical qualifications

• Minimum required: C&G Motor Vehicle Craft Studies (Heavy Vehicle), NVQ/SNVQ Level 2 or above

• Alternatively, workshop experience with a current car licence

• Vehicle inspection experience (to meet IRTEC standards)

• Occupational driving licence – Category C (HGV) or D (PSV) required

• (If you have Cat D, we may support training for Cat C)
• Strong IT skills and confidence using new systems

• Highly motivated, independent, and well-organised

• Great communication skills and a solid understanding of field-based work
• Membership of a professional body (desirable)

• Sound knowledge of HGV/PSV testing standards

We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same - everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.