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HGV Driver Compliance & Safety Trainer
HGV Driver Compliance & Safety Trainer
Location: Field based – between training centres, with occasional visits to Stokenchurch Head Office. Salary: Competitive + Benefits Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced HGV professional or trainer passionate about improving road safety, driver standards, and operational compliance?
Join DEKRA Automotive, a global leader in vehicle safety and compliance, as our new HGV Driver Compliance & Safety Trainer!
In this field-based role, you'll help shape the performance and safety of HGV drivers by delivering engaging onboarding and ongoing development training across the UK.
This is not an entry-level licence training role – it's a specialist position focused on experienced drivers, compliance, operational best practice, and continuous professional development.
What You’ll Be Doing
Deliver interactive training in-person and digitally on HGV compliance, safety, and operational efficiency.
You will guide Drivers on:
· Driver App usage, safety procedures, and site-specific rules
· Vehicle types and trailer inspections
· Drop & Swap processes and telematics benefits
· CNG vehicle operations and avoiding bridge strike
You will also be expected to:
· Lead classroom discussions, practical sessions, and driving simulator exercises.
· Promote defensive driving, fatigue management, stress awareness, and incident reporting.
· Assess learning outcomes, manage training data, and contribute to course improvements.
· Stay up to date with HGV legislation, safety protocols, and industry developments.
· Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to continuously improve training impact.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
· Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.
· Demonstrable experience delivering training or coaching – ideally in a remote or blended learning environment.
· Deep operational knowledge of HGVs, trailers, compliance checks, and UK HGV driving regulations.
· Confident using Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools (PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
· Strong time management, planning and communication skills.
Highly Desirable:
· Previous HGV driving or logistics experience.
· Familiarity with training simulators.
· AET/PTLLS or similar training qualification.
· Eye for detail and passion for delivering high-quality, safety-led instruction.
Why Join DEKRA Automotive?
· Work for a global organisation renowned for safety, quality and integrity.
· Collaborate with supportive, values-led colleagues who champion innovation and best practice.
· Develop your own career with access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
· Make a real difference to driver standards and road safety across the UK.
DEKRA Values You’ll Embody:
· Responsibility for Safety – role model safe practices inside and outside the workplace.
· Entrepreneurship – take initiative and contribute to ongoing improvements.
· Customer Orientation – deliver outstanding support and training experiences.
· Integrity – act honestly, ethically and professionally at all times.
· Team Spirit – share knowledge, support others and celebrate success.
Ready to make an impact in a critical safety role? Apply now with your CV.
Please note: This is a field-based role and will require regular travel across training sites.
No agencies please.
Customer Contact Advisor – Porsche
Customer Contact Advisor – Porsche
Location: Office based (Porsche Experience Centre Silverstone, Towcester) Hybrid working available. Salary: Up to £26,750K DOE Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Hours will be on rotational basis: Shift patterns: 8:00 to 16:30, 8:30 to 17:00 and 9:00 to 17:30, You will also be required to work 4 weekend days per year to support events.
DEKRA is the world’s leading vehicle testing and inspections organisation, with over 48,000 employees in more than 50 countries. The core activities of the global DEKRA business involve vehicle inspections and testing, automotive solutions and claims management.
In the UK, we offer diverse services across automotive, oil and gas, insurance and chemical and process safety industries.
Customer Contact Advisor – The Role:
To deliver a Porsche Experience to match the product by managing customer calls and Porsche Cars GB correspondence in -line with the Porsche Experience Centre vision. To build relationships with everyone associated with the brand and deliver a professional level of service tailored to each individual customer’s needs.
In addition to this as our Customer Contact Advisor you will:
· Receive calls and correspondence which may be requests for information, booking requests or amendments, ensuring compliance to agreed departmental SLA & KPI’s.
· Handle all calls and correspondence from both internal & external customers professionally.
· Fulfill outbound call activity as required ensuring that business and customer requirements are met.
· Accurately update the Porsche Customer database (C@P) as required.
· Treat every contact as an opportunity to cleanse and update the PCGB customer database
· Process payments via an online system.
· Process and fulfil customer invitations following their purchase of a Porsche model.
· Build up and continuously update individual specialist knowledge in relation to the Porsche products and PCGB strategy.
· Conduct PEC reception duties by providing a high standard of face-to-face customer interaction (1 in every 5 weeks)
· Communicate professionally with internal and external customers, managing all requests thoroughly and promptly, using all resources available to ensure effective, timely and appropriate resolutions.
In order to be successful, you will need:
· The ability to demonstrate experience of working within a Customer Service environment
· The ability to provide excellent customer service both over the telephone or face to face
· PC literacy and excellent VDU/keyboard skills
· The aptitude and desire to gain good all-round product knowledge
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who displays ambition and drive who wants to build on their career and progress within a global, market leading organization.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
No agencies please.
Porsche Lifestyle Specialist
Porsche Lifestyle Specialist
Location: Field Based role Salary: Competitive Contract: Permanent, Full time Benefits: 25 days plus annual leave plus BH, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Employee referral scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Eye test vouchers, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Employee assistant programme
We are DEKRA Automotive and we are now recruiting for a Lifestyle Specialist to join us!
We are a global business employing over 49,000 employees in more than 60 countries on all six continents! Could you be our next hire?
We are now recruiting for a Lifestyle Specialist to work as a key part of the Product Operations, and wider Business Development team, developing the Porsche Lifestyle business.
You will coach and support our centres to ensure national sales targets are achieved, ensuring that commercial and operational guidelines and objectives are considered at all times.
In addition to this, as our Lifestyle Specialist you will be responsible for:
· Drive Lifestyle Sales Performance – Coach, support and motivate Porsche Centres to meet and exceed annual Lifestyle turnover targets.
· On-site Centre Support – Conduct performance reviews, embed best practice, and offer hands-on support to maximise commercial outcomes.
· Strategic Development – Contribute to the development of short- and long-term sales strategies in collaboration with the Senior Product Executive.
· Event Support – Support national event activations with merchandising, stock selection and customer-facing selling.
· Communication & Collaboration – Maintain clear, proactive communication with franchised partners and internal teams via Porsche Partner Network (PPN) and other channels.
· Training & Marketing – Help deliver product and sales training, review promotional materials, and support showroom merchandising tools.
In order to be successful in this role, it’s essential that you have:
· At least 3 years’ experience in sales and marketing within the automotive or retail sectors.
· Proven ability to achieve sales targets and deliver commercial results.
· Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
· Highly organised with strong attention to detail and time management.
· Passion for automotive excellence, premium fashion/accessories, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
· Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
· A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK (approx. 50% of the time).
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
No agencies please.
Apply now and be part of shaping the future of Porsche Lifestyle in the UK.
Sustainability Business Development Executive
Sustainability Business Development Executive
Location: Hybrid, UK-based (occasional travel to office required) Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE + £10,000 performance-related bonus (OTE £50,000) Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you commercially driven with a passion for sustainability?
Join DEKRA as a Sustainability Business Development Executive and play a vital role in shaping a greener, more responsible future!
At DEKRA, we are committed to delivering trusted sustainability solutions to our clients across high-impact industries.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team where your business development expertise will directly contribute to driving meaningful change.
The Role
As a Sustainability Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for identifying, nurturing, and converting business opportunities for sustainability services, with a focus on small to medium-sized projects (≤£500k) and supporting larger partnerships (£1–5m).
You’ll collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including marketing and operations, while maintaining an accurate sales pipeline and contributing to long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively manage your pipeline and convert qualified leads into sales revenue
- Create proposals, lead client presentations, and support commercial negotiations
- Collaborate with the Head of Sustainability Services on global opportunities
- Ensure accurate use of Salesforce CRM and track BD activities
- Deliver excellent client service from early engagement through to project handover
- Support larger sales opportunities and nurture long-term client relationships
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Commercially driven with strong stakeholder engagement skills
- Highly organised and self-motivated with a proactive attitude
- Comfortable working in both fast-paced sales environments and strategic business development settings
You will also bring:
- Experience in a business development or sales role
- Knowledge or interest in sustainability (corporate, product or supply chain)
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems
- Strong IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Previous consultancy or automotive industry experience is desirable
What’s in it for you?
- Be part of a globally recognised organisation with a mission to create a safer and more sustainable world
- Work on impactful projects across high-emission sectors and industries in transition
- Join a supportive, collaborative team aligned to DEKRA’s values of integrity, safety, entrepreneurship, customer orientation, and team spirit
About DEKRA
DEKRA is a global leader in safety, quality, and sustainability. We help organisations across a range of industries to improve their systems, people, and performance. Our Sustainability Services division is growing rapidly, and we are seeking professionals who want to grow with us while making a positive environmental and social impact.
Ready to apply?
If you’re passionate about sustainability and ready to take your business development career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow.
No agencies please
Training Support Specialist – Home Based
Training Support Specialist – Home Based
Location: Homebased with occasional visits to the Stokenchurch Office or Training Centres Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits! Contract: Permanent, Full time Benefits: 25 days plus annual leave plus BH, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Employee referral scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Eye test vouchers, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Employee assistant programme
We are DEKRA Automotive and we are now recruiting for a Training Support Specialist to join us!
We are a global business employing over 49,000 employees in more than 60 countries on all six continents! Could you be our next hire?
As our Training Support Specialist you will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and technical support to online trainers.
This role is crucial for managing the logistical aspects of remote training, enabling trainers to focus on content delivery and ensuring a positive learning experience for all participants.
In addition to this, as our Training Support Specialist you will:
- Create and manage online session links, invitations, and participant accounts.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and session compliance documentation.
- Administer online sessions, ensuring quality, compliance, and accurate reporting.
- Monitor chat and provide live technical support during sessions.
- Support trainers during live sessions and act as a back-up if needed.
- Track participant progress, module completion, and training outcomes.
- Collect, analyse, and act on participant feedback.
- Assist with training-related inquiries and event tracking.
- Record, monitor, and evaluate curriculum and quality data.
- Stay updated with system developments and company procedures.
- Report and escalate risks or performance issues as necessary.
- Monitor KPIs, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
- Work both independently and collaboratively to meet objectives.
- Uphold and promote DEKRA Automotive’s Environmental & Quality Management Systems and policies.
In order to be successful in this role, it’s essential that you have:
- Proven experience in customer handling and support, with a focus on resolving inquiries and providing assistance professionally and courteously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple deadlines.
- Ability to work autonomously with initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Strong technical aptitude and comfort with online meeting platforms and learning management systems.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
It would be great if you had:
- Proven experience in an administrative support role, particularly in a training, educational or social environment.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
No agencies please.
Delivery Driver Trainer (Associate / Self-Employed)
Delivery Driver Trainer (Associate / Self-Employed)
Location: Remote (with occasional visits to the Stokenchurch Office or Training Centres) Salary: Competitive day rate - DOE Job Type: Associate / Self Employed Company: DEKRA Automotive
Are you passionate about training, driver safety, and delivering a positive impact on others' careers? DEKRA Automotive is seeking a Delivery Driver Trainer to join us on an associate basis.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of delivery driving by equipping drivers with essential safety knowledge, confidence, and practical skills — all while working in a supportive, values-driven environment.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Delivery Driver Trainer, you’ll provide engaging and informative training sessions to help our delivery drivers carry out their duties safely, efficiently, and in line with legal and company requirements. Your training will focus on areas including:
- Safe and compliant delivery of shipments
- Correct manual handling techniques
- Vehicle checks and defect reporting
- On-road behaviour and driving safety
- Personal safety and customer care
- Understanding and following traffic regulations
You’ll deliver training remotely and occasionally in person, using interactive methods and digital platforms to ensure maximum impact.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering remote presentations and interactive training activities
- Assessing and supporting driver learners, ensuring key skills and safety procedures are understood and followed
- Monitoring and recording training participation and effectiveness
- Responding to training queries and supporting course attendees
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of delivery operations and training practices
- Collaborating with internal teams to enhance training and safety standards
What we’re looking for:
Essential:
- A full, valid driving licence and vehicle.
- Onboard with DEKRA via a LTD company or Umbrella Company
- Meet DEKRA minimum insurance requirements
- Provide your own equipment.
- Proven experience delivering training, coaching, or teaching (ideally digitally or remotely)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Confidence with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Experience within the delivery/automotive industry or social work
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for quality
- Experience working with digital training tools
What you’ll get in return:
- A supportive team environment where safety, integrity, and customer service are valued
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in people’s careers and road safety
- Flexible working arrangements
About DEKRA Automotive
DEKRA is one of the world’s leading expert organisations. We are committed to safety, quality, and sustainability across all that we do. At DEKRA, we empower our people to grow and contribute meaningfully to a safer world.
Ready to inspire and train the next generation of safe delivery drivers? Apply now and be part of something that drives real change.
No agencies please.
Delivery Driver Trainer
Delivery Driver Trainer
Location: Remote (with occasional visits to the Stokenchurch Office or Training Centres) Salary: Competitive, DOE Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Company: DEKRA Automotive Reports to: Project Manager
Are you passionate about training, driver safety, and delivering a positive impact on others' careers? DEKRA Automotive is seeking a Delivery Driver Trainer to join our growing team.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of delivery driving by equipping drivers with essential safety knowledge, confidence, and practical skills — all while working in a supportive, values-driven environment.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Delivery Driver Trainer, you’ll provide engaging and informative training sessions to help our delivery drivers carry out their duties safely, efficiently, and in line with legal and company requirements. Your training will focus on areas including:
- Safe and compliant delivery of shipments
- Correct manual handling techniques
- Vehicle checks and defect reporting
- On-road behaviour and driving safety
- Personal safety and customer care
- Understanding and following traffic regulations
You’ll deliver training remotely and occasionally in person, using interactive methods and digital platforms to ensure maximum impact.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering remote presentations and interactive training activities
- Assessing and supporting driver learners, ensuring key skills and safety procedures are understood and followed
- Monitoring and recording training participation and effectiveness
- Responding to training queries and supporting course attendees
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of delivery operations and training practices
- Collaborating with internal teams to enhance training and safety standards
What we’re looking for:
Essential:
- A full, valid driving licence
- Proven experience delivering training, coaching, or teaching (ideally digitally or remotely)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Confidence with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Experience within the delivery/automotive industry or social work
- Experience working with digital training tools
What you’ll get in return:
- A supportive team environment where safety, integrity, and customer service are valued
- Opportunities for personal development and progression
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in people’s careers and road safety
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to a company benefits package
About DEKRA Automotive
A career with DEKRA is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.
DEKRA is the world’s leading vehicle testing and inspections organisation, with over 48,000 employees in more than 50 countries. The core activities of the global DEKRA business involve vehicle inspections and testing, automotive solutions and claims management.
Here in the UK, DEKRA Automotive works with more than 20 automotive brands providing leading edge business solutions, including direct sales programmes, telesales platforms, in-dealer coaching, people outsourcing, auditing, vehicle inspections, training and project management.
As part of DEKRA, the world’s leading expert organisation, we are the global partner for a safer world.
Ready to inspire and train the next generation of safe delivery drivers? Apply now and be part of something that drives real change.
No agencies please.
Technical Engineer (Regional Based)
Technical Engineer (Regional Based)
Location: Regional (UK-based). Homebased with occasional client & dealership visits. Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent. Salary: Competitive, DOE + Car Allowance and Benefits. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Employee referral scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Eye test vouchers, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Employee assistance programme.
DEKRA Automotive is a talented team of people that bring out the best in a business.
Part of an international organisation, we are a key service provider to DAF Trucks UK and now have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Engineer to join us.
Join the DAF Trucks team as a Technical Engineer, where your skills will help drive service excellence, ensure vehicle uptime, and contribute to continuous product improvement across our market-leading range of commercial vehicles.
About the Role
As a Technical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in supporting our dealer network and customers by diagnosing complex technical issues, delivering first-time fixes, and implementing engineering improvements. You’ll work both remotely and in the field, liaising with factories, dealers, and customers to ensure technical support is delivered efficiently and in line with DAF Trucks high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical helpdesk support, resolving product issues.
- Diagnose and resolve engineering problems using the DAF Trucks Diagnostic Methodology and “first-time fix” approach.
- Support Sales Engineers in new vehicle setups and specification checks.
- Conduct field visits and investigations to improve customer satisfaction and reduce vehicle downtime.
- Support Dealer Diagnostic Technicians in the field.
- Produce timely and accurate technical documentation and visit reports.
- Act as a liaison with DAF Trucks factory on engineering matters and support new product rollouts.
- Advise dealers and bodybuilders/customers on vehicle conversions and options.
About You
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Experience in heavy vehicle engineering.
- BTEC HNC/HND or equivalent in Motor Vehicle, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
- Indentured apprenticeship.
- Valid UK driving licence, including HGV.
- Driver CPC.
- Strong understanding of vehicle systems and diagnostics.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- Highly self-motivated and capable of working independently.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Team player with a customer-centric approach.
Desirable:
- Robust IT knowledge and skills.
- Familiarity with DAF Trucks products and services.
Competencies
You will be expected to demonstrate strengths in the following areas:
- Initiative and independence
- Analytical ability and attention to detail
- Customer orientation and service excellence
- Communicating and co-operating effectively across all levels
- Quality orientation and continuous improvement mindset
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a committed technical professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply today.
No agencies please.
Vehicle Diagnostics & Repair Specialist – Volkswagen Group
Vehicle Diagnostics & Repair Specialist – Volkswagen Group
Location: Volkswagen Group’s National Learning Centre, Wymbush Salary: Competitive Contract: Permanent, Full time Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, Holiday buy/sell scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contributions, Eye test vouchers, EV salary sacrifice scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Ready to step away from the tools but stay at the forefront of diagnostics and repair expertise?
Join the team that supports Volkswagen Group’s renowned Technical Support function and use your workshop knowledge to solve complex vehicle issues remotely.
You’ll be based at their state-of-the-art National Learning Centre in Wymbush, working for DEKRA Automotive – a global leader in technical services, operating in 50+ countries.
This is a unique opportunity to influence repairs across the national Retailer network, improve service quality, and shape future technical solutions across iconic brands like Audi, SEAT, Škoda, Volkswagen and VW Commercial Vehicles.
About the Role
We are recruiting a Repair Quality Specialist to provide high-level technical support for Volkswagen Group’s Authorised Repairer Workshops. You’ll work as part of their Technical Support Team, helping to triage and resolve complex repair cases, especially in high-volume areas.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Providing expert remote guidance to the Retailer network to help identify and resolve technical product issues.
- Supporting technicians and existing technical support teams using VW Group’s communication platforms.
- Using your workshop experience to identify patterns, reduce inbound contact volume, and improve case resolution quality.
- Championing process-driven solutions and quality standards across all contact points.
- Promoting DEKRA Automotive’s values in quality and environmental management.
About You:
This role is ideal for an experienced technician or master technician looking for a new challenge in a high-impact support role.
You will have:
- Strong diagnostic skills, especially with electrical/electronic vehicle systems.
- Broad repair experience and the ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly.
- Volkswagen Group Accredited Qualification (or higher) – highly desirable.
- Experience using Volkswagen Group Aftersales systems (ELSA & ODIS) – an advantage.
- Confidence in resolving technical concerns and warranty-related queries.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and MS Office skills.
- A detail-oriented, process-driven mindset.
- The ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Why Join Us?
- Work at Volkswagen Group’s National Learning Centre – a cutting-edge environment.
- Step into a non-workshop, knowledge-based role where you still use your practical expertise every day.
- Become a key player in the future of repair quality and technical support.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
No agencies please.
Automotive Standards Auditors
Automotive Standards Auditors
Location: Scotland and Midlands. Contract: Associate Hourly Rate: National minimum wage to £25 per hour, depending on experience.
A career with DEKRA is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.
DEKRA is the world’s leading vehicle testing and inspections organisation, with over 48,000 employees in more than 50 countries. The core activities of the global DEKRA business involve vehicle inspections and testing, automotive solutions and claims management.
Here in the UK, DEKRA Automotive works with more than 20 automotive brands providing leading edge business solutions, including direct sales programmes, telesales platforms, in-dealer coaching, people outsourcing, auditing, vehicle inspections, training and project management.
As part of DEKRA, the world’s leading expert organisation, we are the global partner for a safer world.
DEKRA deliver audits to our automotive clients across the UK and we are looking to increase our pool of talented auditors resource nationwide.
We are now recruiting for Automotive Standards Auditors!
In this Standards Auditor role, you will be carrying out onsite and remote audits for our automotive partners against set franchise standards and expectations and may work on a variety of audit programmes and locations.
Adherence to brand standards and procedures is becoming increasingly significant in the automotive industry as customer experience and satisfaction becomes paramount to vehicle manufactures.
Our clients invest greatly in creating their brand identity, customer experience and creating a positive customer interaction environment.
As such they require their dealership and retail outlets to adhere to these standards and ensure their brand identity, quality, safety standards and sales and service experiences match the expectations of both the brand and their customers.
To be considered for this role you:
- Possess a recognised auditing qualification and experience.
- Should be well presented, articulate and possess excellent communication skills.
- Will have a keen attention to detail and a methodical approach in a face paced environment.
- Will be able to adhere to set processes and procedures.
- Have the ability to communicate with all levels of dealership staff including senior managers.
- Should be personable, approachable and have natural relationship building skills.
- Are highly reliable and trustworthy.
- Have ability and experience in preparing and presenting concise, accurate reports.
- Will be able to meet set deadline expectations.
- Experience in an automotive dealership environment would be advantageous.
- Must be willing to travel up to two hours from home location.
- High level of computer literacy with the ability to use web-based platforms to generate high quality outputs for submission in line with defined service delivery standards.
Due to increasing demand, we would also welcome applications from candidates with experience in carrying out financial and invoicing auditing.
Training will be provided, and immediate starts are available for the right candidates.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today!
No agencies please.
Vehicle Inspector (Self-Employed / Zero Hour Contract/ Associate)
Vehicle Inspector (Self-Employed / Zero Hour Contract/ Associate)
Location: Edinburgh/Aberdeen, Manchester, Carlisle, Peterborough/Cambridge, and Wales Contract: Zero Hour Contract / Self-Employed / Associate Salary: Day rate offering up to £160
DEKRA Automotive are a rapidly growing independent Testing, Inspection and Certification company in the UK, We have been active in the field of safety for 90 years. The vision for the company’s 100th birthday in 2025 is that DEKRA will be the global partner for a safe world.
As we welcome more B2B clients, we are looking for motivated, experienced team players to help us deliver the highest possible professional service.
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this role is to conduct vehicle inspections to an exceptionally high standard ensuring quality, accuracy, efficiency and in a professional and courteous manner. The role will respond to instructions from our Stokenchurch based deployment centre that will arrange appointments on your behalf, broadly within a defined geographic region. There are several types of inspection covering such activities as pre purchase inspections and warranty evaluations. You will complete all inspection reports within specified timescales that are subject to office appraisal for consistency and quality. You will use your own tools and equipment that must be current and conform to required legislation.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
The core responsibilities of this role representing DEKRA Automotive Limited are to deliver an outstanding customer experience, an exceptional inspection standard and present an extremely professional report.
• To represent DEKRA Automotive Limited delivering vehicle inspections at the clients’ address as directed by our office-based deployment team
• Complete and deliver inspection reports after each visit in accordance with the company’s templates and reporting guidelines. All reports must be legible, timely and free from any ambiguity
• To support the Operations Manager in piloting new initiatives or programmes for customers exercising reasonable flexibility if required to travel outside your designated geographic territory
Knowledge, Experience & Qualification:
• Two years previous experience in formal vehicle maintenance, servicing or MOT
• City & City Level 3 or an NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance
• Preferably be a member of the IMI or IRTE
• Onboard with DEKRA via a LTD company or Umbrella Company
• Meet DEKRA minimum insurance requirements
• Hold Motor Trade Road Risk insurance
You must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
• Delivering excellent customer service
• Exception Planning and organisation
• Accurate Report writing and time management
• Sounds Judgement and decision making
• Excellent Communication skills
• Meticulous Analysis of information
• Team player who can work independently
Essential Requirements
You will be required to have a full driving licence. Your own vehicle and the minimum qualifications outlined above.
The successful candidate will be required to provide their own tools and equipment to carry out vehicle testing and inspecting.
To apply, please send an up-to-date CV and covering letter (including your current package and expectations) to the Recruitment Team at recruitment.support.uk@dekra.com quoting reference AME1220.
Our Values
Our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do:
- We are RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFETY. We live up to our safety standards every day, acting as role models to ensure safety.
- We are ENTREPRENEURIAL. Creating opportunities by embracing personal responsibility.
- We are CUSTOMER ORIENTATED. Striving to not only meet, but exceed expectations every day.
- We are sincere and honest. Honouring our commitments and acting with INTEGRITY
- We are TEAM SPIRITED. Working as a team, supporting each other and sharing knowledge.
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