At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect vehicles, assess damage, and ensure they meet return standards.
- Company: Join a growing automotive team in the Midlands region.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, pension scheme, and life insurance.
- Other info: Monday to Friday hours with a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the automotive industry while enjoying independence and career growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in vehicle inspection or automotive sectors is essential.
The predicted salary is between 37000 - 37000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced vehicle inspector, bodyshop professional, estimator, or automotive technician looking for your next challenge? Our client is seeking a Defleet Vehicle Inspector to join their growing team covering the Midlands region. This is a field-based role offering the opportunity to work independently while supporting a busy vehicle arbitration and inspection function.
This position would suit candidates with experience in vehicle inspections, automotive damage assessment, vehicle repairs, bodyshop estimating, fleet management, defleet operations, accident repair, vehicle condition reporting, or automotive engineering.
The Role
As a Defleet Vehicle Inspector, you will be responsible for assessing vehicle condition, reviewing repair estimates, validating repair costs, and ensuring vehicles meet agreed return standards. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting vehicle inspections at customer sites across the Midlands region.
- Producing detailed vehicle condition reports and repair cost assessments.
- Reviewing and recalibrating repair estimates submitted by dealerships and repair centres.
- Assessing vehicle damage and agreeing suitable repair methods.
- Liaising with customers, suppliers, dealerships, and manufacturer-appointed agents.
- Approving repair costs and supporting evidence in line with company standards.
- Monitoring vehicles through the defleet process and ensuring timely completion of repairs.
- Reviewing and authorising final repair invoices.
- Providing support to fleet administration and sales teams when required.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Experience within the automotive, fleet, vehicle inspection, bodyshop, accident repair, vehicle damage assessment, or defleet sectors.
- Knowledge of vehicle repair techniques, including both mechanical and body repairs.
- Experience working within a vehicle rental company (preferred).
- Experience reviewing repair estimates or vehicle condition reports.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- The ability to work independently and manage a regional territory.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary of £26,000 - £37,000 per annum, company vehicle, company pension scheme, life insurance, Monday to Friday working hours, long-term career development opportunities, supportive and professional working environment.
De-Fleet Vehicle Inspector in Northampton employer: HP4 Recruitment
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a De-Fleet Vehicle Inspector in the Midlands, where your expertise in vehicle inspections will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for long-term career development, you will thrive in a professional environment that encourages independence and growth. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package and a culture that prioritises collaboration and excellence.
