CBT Enforcement Examiner in Bedford

This job is with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, an inclusive employer. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.

As a CBT Examiner you will operate across a wide geographic network, covering a wide range of duties including:

• Motorcycle Instructor Qualification Tests
• Standards Checks
• Motorcycle testing duties when required
• Training Site Inspections and Compliance Checks
• Enforcement Duties/Activities at DVSA operated sites and third party premises

You will ensure the delivery of high quality, efficient and effective services that meet customer's needs and delivers the achievement of Business Plan targets and standards; always looking for value for money and consistency of service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Arrange, administer and conduct Instructor Standards Checks, ATB Compliance Checks, Training Site Inspections, Instructor Qualification Tests, ERS Standards checks in accordance with laid down criteria and procedures.
• Conduct motorcycle tests as and when required (minimum 1 day a quarter).
• Maintain accurate records of all contacts with stakeholders in line with SOPs.
• Maintain relationships with internal CBT Team colleagues for the purposes of maintaining consistency of approach.

To thrive in this role, you will:

• Bring proven experience in delivering motorcycle training, with a clear understanding of the challenges and outcomes involved.
• Understand DVSA's rider testing across all motorcycle categories, with knowledge of road safety issues in relation to drivers, riders, and other road users.
• Demonstrate a high standard of driving and riding expertise, at an advanced level.
• Communicate effectively in a wide range of circumstances, tailoring your approach to different audiences.
• Show strong collaboration, stakeholder, and relationship management skills.
• Display excellent planning and organisational ability, being self-directed with the capacity to generate and manage your own workload.

Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements:

While we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. Your presence at one of the advertised locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. This role is suitable for hybrid working, and therefore a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements.

Regular use of a DVSA motorcycle is required. A DVSA motorcycle will be provided from the start of the training course. On successful completion of training, motorcycle equipment will be issued, and an annual garage allowance is payable.

Licences: You must have a full category A & B licence (car and motorcycle) for at least 3 years with no more than 3 active penalty points on licence.

Benefits include:

• A generous annual leave entitlement
• Attractive pension options with an employer contribution of 28.97%
• Flexible working
• Good career development opportunities
• A variety of career paths
• Inclusive working environments and much more to support a healthy work/life balance

Selection process details: This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.

How to Apply: As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.