Vehicle Inspector

Cox Automotive; Burton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive services company in Burton on the Wolds seeks a Vehicle Inspector to conduct thorough vehicle inspections and manage key processes. You will support yard operations and ensure high-quality service standards. Candidates should have technical knowledge and strong organizational skills, with opportunities for career progression and various employee benefits including additional holiday days.

Benefits

Option to buy additional holiday days

Birthday off every year - paid

One annual Well-Being Day

One paid Charity Day

Opportunities for career progression

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven ability to meet productivity, quality, and SLA targets.
• Strong understanding of BVRLA standards and basic mechanical knowledge.
• Able to work under pressure, with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate inspections of vehicles following standard procedures.
• Complete inspections with precision, meeting defined quality standards.
• Support yard operations for efficient vehicle flow.
• Manage vehicle storage processes to ensure key traceability.

Skills

Consistent Performance

Technical Knowledge

Team Management

Communication Skills

Job description

About The Role: To consistently provide efficient and effective vehicle inspection products and services to Manheim's customers. All Manheim vehicle inspectors are responsible for consistently achieving quality and quantity outputs in line with our SLA's and branch targets.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conducting accurate inspections of cars and commercial vehicles in line with Manheim's Standard Operating Procedures and the BVRLA fair wear and tear policy
• Completing Assured and Scheme Inspections with precision and consistency, meeting defined quality standards and processes
• Supporting yard operations, including the movement and flow of vehicles, to maintain efficiency across the site
• Taking high-quality photographs of vehicles, ensuring all images meet our current standards and support effective marketing
• Managing key storage processes to ensure all vehicle keys are correctly stored, tracked, and traceable at all times
• Interacting with customers when required, providing clear and professional information about inspection outcomes, and reinforcing the value of our service
• Syncing and downloading vehicle data promptly to support interdepartmental workflows
• Prioritising your workload and taking a proactive approach to meet both quality and quantity performance targets
• Carrying out inspections for Voluntary Termination (VT) vehicles using the adjusted process where applicable

What We're Looking For:

• Consistent Performance: Proven ability to meet productivity, quality, and SLA targets on a regular basis
• Technical Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of BVRLA fair wear and tear standards, basic mechanical knowledge is an advantage, familiarity with vehicle makes, models, and derivatives, computer literate - confident using handheld devices and computer systems
• Team & Time Management: Able to work well under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Communication & Customer Service: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, professional and approachable, with strong customer service abilities

Job Details:

Vehicle Inspector, Shepshed, £29,324, 40 hours a week (Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:00)

Company Overview:

Manheim Auction Services is proud to be part of Cox Enterprises - a family-run company with a remarkable 120-year legacy of innovation and forward thinking. As the world's largest automotive services organization, we're a global force with more than 24,000 team members supporting over 40,000 customers worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms. We are a place where you can be you.

Benefits:

• Option to buy additional holiday days
• Your birthday off every year - paid
• One annual Well-Being Day for you to relax and recharge
• One paid Charity Day to give back and support a cause that matters to you
• Opportunities for career progression across the Cox Automotive network
• Competitive pension scheme