Vehicle Inspection Engineer - Self-Employed / Associate

TieTalent; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 3,500 - 5,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Support from a global brand

Diverse vehicle interactions

Job summary

A leading inspection services provider is seeking a Self-Employed Vehicle Inspection Engineer in Shrewsbury. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience and strong skills in customer service and communication. Responsibilities include conducting high-quality inspections and producing detailed reports. This flexible role offers a competitive day rate and the opportunity to work across various locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in formal vehicle maintenance, servicing, or MOT.
• Ability to write clear, detailed, and accurate reports.
• Clean UK driving licence and own transport with business use insurance.
• A limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Completing thorough, accurate vehicle inspections to company standards.
• Producing detailed inspection reports using company templates.
• Maintaining professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Supporting pilot programmes and new customer initiatives when required.
• Travelling within your designated area and occasionally beyond when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical approach

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 or HNC/HND equivalent

Tools

Own tools and equipment

Job description

Vehicle Inspection Engineer - Self-Employed / Associate

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Location: Field-based across Shrewsbury, Wrexham, Ludlow

Contract: Self Employed / Associate (work as required to meet customer demand)

Day Rate: Competitive

Join a global leader in safety, inspection, and certification services!

DEKRA Automotive is part of a worldwide business employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries. We provide expert, independent inspection services to ensure safety on the road, at work, and at home. In the UK, we are one of the fastest-growing independent vehicle inspection companies, working with an expanding portfolio of B2B clients.

We are looking for experienced Vehicle Inspection Engineers to work with us on a self-employed basis, conducting high-quality vehicle inspections across Shrewsbury, Wrexham, and Ludlow!

The Role

As a Self-Employed Vehicle Inspection Engineer, you will carry out a variety of inspection types including pre-purchase inspections and warranty evaluations to the highest possible standard. You will work to pre-arranged appointments coordinated by our Stokenchurch-based deployment team, ensuring timely, professional, and accurate reporting.

Your responsibilities will include:

Completing thorough, accurate vehicle inspections in line with company standards.

Producing detailed, unambiguous inspection reports using company templates.

Maintaining professionalism and excellent customer service at all times.

Supporting pilot programmes and new customer initiatives when required.

Travelling within your designated area and occasionally beyond when necessary.

About You

We're looking for skilled technical professionals with:

A minimum of 7 years' experience in formal vehicle maintenance, servicing, or MOT.

City & Guilds Level 3 or HNC/HND equivalent qualification (IMI or IRTE membership desirable).

Strong customer service, communication, and organisational skills.

The ability to write clear, detailed, and accurate reports.

A methodical, analytical approach to inspections and decision making.

You must also have:

A clean UK driving licence, your own transport with business use insurance

Your own tools, and equipment in good working order.

A limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance

Why Work with DEKRA?

Flexibility to work on an as-needed basis.

The backing of a respected, global brand.

Opportunities to work with a wide range of vehicles and clients.

A role where your expertise directly supports safety and quality.

Ready to join an industry leader and put your inspection skills to work

Apply today to become part of DEKRA's growing network of specialist engineers.

No agencies please.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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