Vehicle Inspector - Bedford

RAC; Bedford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned automotive brand as a Vehicle Inspector and elevate your career in a supportive and inclusive environment. This role is perfect for both newly qualified mechanics and seasoned technicians looking to enhance their skills. You will conduct thorough vehicle inspections, complete condition reports, and engage with customers to ensure top-notch service delivery. With a competitive salary and various perks, including a pension scheme and personal support services, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a trusted organization that values diversity and collaboration.

Benefits

competitive base salary

family leave support

Group Personal Pension scheme

Life Assurance cover

Confidential personal support service

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Free RAC Breakdown Service

Access to online discounts portal

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle inspections and report findings using a PDA.
• Complete used vehicle condition reports and collaborate with the team.

Skills

mechanical knowledge of vehicle maintenance

written communication skills

understanding of vehicle diagnostics

interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

Job description

About The Role

Join the RAC and become a pivotal part of our inspections team as a Vehicle Inspector. Whether you're a newly qualified mechanic or an experienced technician, this role offers a unique opportunity to advance your automotive career within one of the UK's most trusted brands.

As a Vehicle Inspector, you'll be responsible for:

1. Conducting vehicle inspections following established procedures, reporting findings via a PDA report template
2. Completing used vehicle condition reports
3. Collaborating with team members to maintain daily site inspections
4. Engaging with customer contacts to ensure high quality service delivery

What we're looking for

To excel in this role, you must have:

1. An NVQ Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
2. Comprehensive mechanical knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair
3. An understanding of vehicle diagnostics, software updates, and electric/hybrid vehicles (advantageous)
4. Strong written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively at all levels
5. A full UK driving licence

What we offer

In recognition of your hard work and commitment, we provide:

1. A competitive base salary of £26,850 with the potential to boost your earnings to £36,000 with bonuses and overtime
2. Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments
3. Option to join RAC's Group Personal Pension scheme where we will match/contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings
4. 2x Basic Salary Core Employer Funded Life Assurance cover (4x pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10x cover through our flexible benefits offering
5. Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household
6. Car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months of employment. You'll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options
7. Free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one
8. Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000's of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and more

Once you've passed probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, awarding you a share value. The value of this increases as the business continues to grow.

About us

The RAC have been rescuing the nation's drivers since 1897. We're one of the country's most well-known and trusted brands. As our business goes from strength to strength, we're looking for skilled Vehicle Inspectors to join our team. We're committed to developing a culture that is representative of the diverse communities we service and one which is open, accessible, collaborative and inclusive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.