Vehicle Inspector - Bridgwater

RAC; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a trusted brand as a Vehicle Inspector, undertaking vital inspections and enhancing your automotive career. This role offers a competitive salary, the potential for substantial bonuses, and various benefits, including a robust pension scheme and personal support services.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with bonuses

Family leave support

Personal Pension scheme

Employer Funded Life Assurance cover

Confidential personal support service

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Free RAC Breakdown Service

Access to savings portal

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance or equivalent.
• Mechanical knowledge and diagnostics understanding required.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle inspections and report findings.
• Complete used vehicle condition reports.
• Collaborate for daily site inspections.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair

Understanding of vehicle diagnostics

Strong written communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

Job description

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:

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

What we offer

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

• A competitive base salary of £27,795 with the potential to boost your earnings to £36,000 with bonuses and overtime
• Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility, and resources to help balance work and family commitments
• Option to join RAC's Group Personal Pension scheme where we will match/contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings
• 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
• Confidential personal support service, available 24/7 for you and any family members aged 16+ in your household
• Car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months of employment, including electric vehicle options
• Free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one
• Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech, and more

Once you've passed probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, which awards you a share value that increases as the business grows.

About us

The RAC has been rescuing drivers since 1897. We're one of the country's most well-known and trusted brands. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for skilled Vehicle Inspectors to join our team. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible culture that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.