Roadside Vehicle Examiner – Enforcement

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA); Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension (28.97% employer

25 days annual leave (increasing with

Staff discounts portal

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

Job summary

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Examiner (Enforcement) to join the London region. You will inspect commercial vehicles, identify defects, enforce actions, and provide clear technical guidance to drivers and operators.

Training is provided to develop expertise in road safety and enforcement. You will work across multiple sites (Bexleyheath, Leatherhead, Edmonton, Barnet) with a focus on ensuring vehicles meet safety standards and reporting findings clearly for

Qualifications

• Experience in the repair, maintenance or inspection of at least one type of vehicle.
• Hands-on technical role with eye for detail and safety.
• Full training provided to acquire role-specific qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out roadside checks and stop unsafe vehicles from continuing their journeys.
• Prepare clear reports based on your findings.
• Present evidence at a public inquiry or in court when required.
• Work with colleagues, partner agencies and stakeholders to support enforcement activity.
• Use your technical knowledge to make safety-focused decisions.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Technical judgement

Communication

Public-facing enforcement

Education

Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Level 3

IMI ATA diagnostic technician

IRTEC advanced technician

Tools

Laptop

Smartphone

Job description

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Examiner (Enforcement) to join the London region. You will inspect commercial vehicles, identify defects, enforce actions, and provide clear technical guidance to drivers and operators.

Training is provided to develop expertise in road safety and enforcement. You will work across multiple sites (Bexleyheath, Leatherhead, Edmonton, Barnet) with a focus on ensuring vehicles meet safety standards and reporting findings clearly for