PDI Supervisor

Volt Auto Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Volt Auto Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a hands-on PDI Supervisor to lead Pre-Delivery Inspection of new EVs, ensure compliance with manufacturer standards, and drive delivery readiness.

You will plan daily PDI work, supervise technicians, conduct system diagnostics, EV checks, and verify software updates and accessories are correctly installed.

The role emphasizes quality control, defect tracking, accurate documentation, and maintaining high vehicle presentation for customer handover.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on automotive workshop experience, with PDI/inspections and some supervisory exposure.
• Knowledge of vehicle inspection standards and quality control processes is essential.
• Ability to maintain accurate inspection and service records and to coordinate with multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign daily PDI work to technicians and staff.
• Ensure all vehicles undergo the required PDI inspection before delivery.
• Conduct and supervise vehicle inspections including system diagnostics, EV/charging checks, and road tests.
• Ensure vehicle software and system updates are completed where applicable.
• Verify accessories and customer-requested items are correctly installed.
• Maintain a defect tracking record and coordinate rectifications with relevant teams.
• Ensure high presentation and delivery quality before handover.

Skills

Automotive tech

PDI supervision

Quality control

EV know-how

Documentation

Team leadership

Education

Automotive qualification

Tools

MS Office

Inspection tools

Job description

Company Overview

Volt Auto is Singapore’s exclusive authorised dealer for the latest Electric Vehicles, providing distribution, retail, and after-sales services, and committed to delivering exceptional vehicles and service as a trusted name in the industry.

Position Overview

The PDI Supervisor is responsible for supervising and controlling all Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) activities to ensure that new vehicles are inspected, prepared and released in accordance with the manufacturer's standards, company requirements and customer delivery expectations. This position will be responsible for PDI quality, productivity, defect identification, rectification follow-up, vehicle readiness and team performance.

Responsibilities

PDI Operations

• Plan and assign daily PDI work to PDI technicians/staff.
• Ensure all vehicles undergo the required PDI inspection before delivery.
• Ensure PDI is carried out according to the manufacturer's PDI checklist and procedures.
• Conduct and supervise vehicle inspections including but not limited to, system diagnostics, safety checks, EV/charging checks, and road tests as required.
• Ensure vehicle software and system updates are completed where applicable.
• Ensure all accessories and customer-requested items are correctly installed.

Quality Control

• Perform final Quality Check (QC) inspection before vehicle release.
• Identify manufacturing defects, transport damage, missing items and PDI-related defects.
• Ensure defects are properly recorded with photographs and supporting documentation.
• Prevent vehicles with unresolved safety or quality issues from being released.
• Verify that rectification work has been properly completed before final approval.
• Maintain a high standard of vehicle presentation and delivery quality.

Vehicle Damage & Defect Management

• Inspect vehicles upon arrival and identify any defects including, transport damage, body and paint defects, glass damage, wheel and tyre damage, interior damage, missing accessories and electrical/electronic defects
• Coordinate with the logistics, workshop, warranty and parts teams for rectification.
• Maintain a defect tracking record for every affected vehicle.
• Follow up outstanding defects until closure.
• Escalate major or repeated defects to the Aftersales Manager.

Documentation & System Records

• Maintain accurate PDI checklists, inspection records and defect reports.
• Ensure defect/damage photos are properly documented
• Maintain daily PDI output and outstanding defect reports.
• Update vehicle status and records in the system.
• Ensure completed PDI records can be traced to the individual vehicle and technician responsible.
• Coordinate with Sales, Logistics and Aftersales to ensure vehicle readiness information is accurate.

Vehicle Handover & Delivery Readiness

• Ensure defects are rectified
• Ensure vehicle presentation and accessories are in order
• Verify documents and EV equipment are complete
• Check sufficient State of Charge (SOC) for delivery

Key Skills & Experience

• Relevant automotive technical qualification or equivalent certification in an automotive-related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in an automotive workshop environment, preferably in Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI), vehicle inspection, or a related quality control function, with prior supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of automotive mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with Electric Vehicles (EVs) and high-voltage systems will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of vehicle inspection standards, quality control processes, and defect identification.
• Proficient in basic computer applications and documentation, with the ability to maintain accurate inspection and service records.
• Able to work effectively under delivery timelines and manage priorities in a fast-paced workshop environment.
• Strong attention to detail, with a high level of quality awareness and commitment to maintaining vehicle standards.