Vehicle Examiner – Oldham Depot
We are seeking a detail‑focused and knowledgeable Vehicle Examiner to join our engineering team at the Oldham depot, located at Wallshaw Street, Oldham OL1 3TR.
Salary and Hours
Annual salary: £42,980. Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.
Responsibilities
* Carry out thorough safety inspections and statutory vehicle examinations in line with DVSA standards.
* Identify, document, and report defects, ensuring timely resolution.
* Ensure all maintenance and inspection records are completed accurately and meet compliance requirements.
* Support MOT preparation and audit readiness across the depot.
* Liaise with technicians and workshop leadership to ensure vehicles are maintained to the highest standard.
* Monitor fleet compliance and support continuous improvement in safety and reliability.
* Promote a strong safety culture across the depot, leading by example.
Qualifications
* Qualified technician with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV, HGV, or automotive engineering.
* Proven experience in vehicle inspection, maintenance, or compliance roles (PSV/HGV preferred).
* Strong knowledge of DVSA standards and vehicle safety regulations.
* High attention to detail with a proactive, safety‑first mindset.
* Confidence in record‑keeping and compliance documentation.
* Team player with strong communication skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
* Full training, including ongoing development in compliance, inspections, and evolving vehicle technologies.
* Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime.
* Generous pension scheme.
* 25 days holiday.
* Free travel for you and a companion.
* Wide range of discounts including retail & leisure.
* Career progression to senior engineering, supervisory, and management roles.
* Supportive, inclusive working environment that values wellbeing.
Location
Oldham Depot, Wallshaw Street, Oldham OL1 3TR.
We are an inclusive employer
We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.
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