Inbound Leader Vehicle Check-In & Inspection
Salary: £35,000£40,000 (DOE)
Hours:MonFri, 7am4pm, occasional Satrurday as overtimne
Location: Rugby
We are seeking a highly organised Inbound Leader to oversee the vehicle check-in and inspection process for all incoming cars delivered via transporters and auction suppliers. This role is ideal for someone with strong automotive knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and experience supervising operational or workshop-related teams.
About the Role
As the Inbound Leader, you will manage the team responsible for booking in vehicles as they arrive on site. You will ensure that all cars are accurately checked, documented, and assessed for any damage, discrepancies, or issues that require claims or follow-up with suppliers.
You will act as the key point of contact between transporters, inspection staff, technicians, and management to ensure a smooth, efficient inbound process.
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
Lead the inbound team responsible for booking in all arriving vehicles
Oversee initial inspections for damage, missing items, and condition discrepancies
Ensure accurate documentation for auction purchases and supplier deliveries
Raise claims for vehicles that are not as described or arrive with faults
Liaise with technicians for deeper mechanical assessments when required
Maintain high standards of accuracy, organisation, and workflow efficiency
Report daily inbound activity to management
Support continuous improvement of the check-in and inspection process
What Were Looking For
Strong automotive knowledge (mechanical understanding preferred)
Experience in workshop control, inspection, or vehicle operations
Confident leading a small team and coordinating workloads
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to spot damage, defects, and inconsistencies
Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment
Salary & Benefits
£35,000£40,000 depending on experience
Overtime opportunities
Career progression within a growing automotive operation
Supportive management and team environment
Ready to make your weekends more rewarding?
Apply now and help us create memorable experiences for every customer that walks through our doors!
Octane Recruitment
Consultant Billy Olivier
WOOJ
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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
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