MOT Tester

Vospers; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave including bank holidays

Full range of motoring discounts

Professional development training

Sickness pay

Employee assistance programmes

Cycle to Work

Training schemes

Staff referral scheme

Job summary

A leading motor dealer group is seeking a Vehicle MOT Tester located in Barnstaple. The role involves conducting MOT tests in accordance with DVSA regulations, ensuring compliance and a high level of customer satisfaction. You will maintain MOT testing equipment, accurately record results, and communicate findings with customers effectively. The company offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth. Salary details depend on experience and qualifications, to be discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Experience as an MOT Tester.
• Knowledge of MOT regulations and vehicle safety standards.
• Identify and communicate MOT findings clearly to service advisors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests in compliance with DVSA requirements and standards.
• Ensure equipment is regularly checked and maintained.
• Record MOT test results accurately.
• Record MOT results, defects and advisory items accurately in the system.
• Communicate MOT results clearly to customers and colleagues.

Skills

MOT testing

DVSA regulations

Health & safety

Customer service

Job description

About Us

Vospers is a family run business and leading Southwest motor dealer group that believes in the importance of our people. That's why we offer a supportive working environment, career prospects, and great benefits, including:

• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with length of service + a paid day off for your birthday!
• Full range of motoring discounts on MOTs, servicing, sales, and parts
• Access to an online platform with discounts across multiple retailers
• Paid sickness scheme
• Full range of employee assistance programmes and support services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Professional development via our Motorv8 and Vospers 5 training schemes
• Manufacturer-specific training
• Generous staff and customer referral scheme

Job Title

Vehicle MOT tester

The Role

The main purpose of a Vospers MOT Tester is to carry out MOT testing on customer vehicles in accordance with DVSA regulations and company standards, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and a high level of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests in line with DVSA requirements, Vospers standards, and legal guidelines.
• Perform duties safely and economically in line with HSE legislation and company Health and Safety procedures.
• Maintain a positive and professional team environment.
• Ensure all MOT equipment and testing facilities are regularly checked and maintained.
• Maintain and develop knowledge of MOT regulations and vehicle safety standards.
• Conduct MOT tests accurately and consistently in line with current DVSA requirements and guidelines.
• Ensure MOT inspections are completed thoroughly, fairly, and without bias, maintaining the integrity of the MOT scheme at all times.
• Accurately record MOT test results, defects, and advisory items on the MOT testing system.
• Identify and categorise vehicle defects correctly in accordance with the MOT testing manual.
• Ensure vehicles are handled with care at all times whilst on the premises.
• Where required, communicate MOT results clearly with Service Advisors, Workshop Controller, or customers to aid understanding and customer satisfaction.
• Road test vehicles when necessary and permitted as part of the MOT process.

Ensure all paperwork and system entries are completed accurately and promptly

Location

Barnstaple

Salary

Dependent on experience and qualifications, to be discussed at interview

Hours

Monday to Friday, with Saturday on a Rota

Care - Accountability – Performance - Respect - Integrity

We are proud that so many of our people stay with us and develop their careers at Vospers over the long term. Over 100 of our staff have completed between 10 and 40-years service with the company. At Vospers, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in Vospers workforce.

We are a Disability Confident and Youth Friendly Employer

Vospers are a Disability Confident and Youth Friendly Employer

No terminology in this advert is intended to be deemed discriminatory. We are happy to accept applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital status.

If you wish to discuss any aspect of this job vacancy, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the Vospers HR team at [e-mail] or 01752 636342