Inspections Team Leader

Cox Automotive; Wyton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service organization in Wyton is seeking an Inspections Team Leader. The role involves leading a team, managing HR responsibilities, and ensuring quality through effective communication. Ideal candidates will have experience in the automotive sector, excellent time management, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of £32,885 for a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts

Cashback offers

Peer-to-peer recognition

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an automotive inspection environment.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Strong skills in managing behaviour and conduct.

Responsibilities

• Leading weekly team huddles to drive performance.
• Documenting outcomes of monthly 1:1s with inspectors.
• Managing HR responsibilities including absence tracking.

Skills

Supervising or leading a team

Conducting 1-1s and team meetings

Managing attendance and performance

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a confident and proactive Team Leader to lead and guide the Inspection Support Coordinator Team. You'll be responsible for driving performance through clear, data-led feedback shared in weekly team meetings and regular 1:1s. You'll also ensure key insights from external audits are communicated effectively, keeping the team informed and engaged. You'll take ownership of day-to-day leadership tasks including absence management, behaviour and conduct and supporting internal communications (Cascade). This role requires a strong commitment to upholding our policies and leading by example.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading weekly department team huddles to share updates, drive performance and maintain team focus
• Holding monthly 1:1s with Vehicle Inspectors, documenting outcomes
• Managing HR responsibilities through the HR System, including holiday bookings, absence tracking etc.
• Completing internal Absence Management training to support effective team oversight
• Communicating business changes and updates clearly to keep the team informed and aligned
• Delivering high-quality inductions and ongoing training for new and existing Vehicle Inspectors, setting them up for success

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in supervising or leading a team within a vehicle inspection or automotive environment
• Ability to conduct 1-1s, team meetings and provide constructive feedback
• Skilled in managing attendance, behaviour and performance in line with company policies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively

We're Committed to Inclusion

We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We work with a carefully selected and trusted group of recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to a hiring manager. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions.

Who We Are

Cox Automotive is the world's largest automotive service organisation. We provide dependable solutions that improve performance and profitability throughout the vehicle lifecycle to manufacturers, fleets, and retailers. Our businesses are organised around our customers' core needs across vehicle solutions, mobility, remarketing, funding, and retail.

About The Role

Inspections Team Leader, Wyton. Salary £32,885. 40 hours a week (Monday - Friday). Manheim Vehicle Services, part of the Cox Automotive Group, is a dynamic and fast-moving part of our business, delivering expert support across customer de-fleet programs, multiple remarketing channels, and full vehicle preparation—from wholesale through to retail-ready. We pride ourselves on being agile and responsive, managing a wide range of customer needs with precision and care. Our team carries out detailed cosmetic inspections, oversees the authorisation process, and ensures every vehicle meets both contractual and customer-specific standards before hitting the market.

Benefits

As a Cox Automotive team member, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits, including exclusive discounts, cashback offers and our brilliant peer-to-peer recognition.