Collision Investigation Consultant

Location: Remote / Wokingham, UK
Job type: Permanent / Full or part-time
Sector: Engineering | Mechanical
Salary: Competitive salary

We are seeking an experienced Forensic Collision Investigator to join our team s role involves in-depth investigations into road collisions, including those resulting in fatalities and serious injuries. The nature of this work requires resilience, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of the UK legal system.

The successful candidate can be based UK wide with some travel expected. Flexible working options for full or part-time employment is available. Due to the long-term nature of Expert Witness responsibilities, applicants must have long-term residency in the UK.

• Investigate road collisions and vehicle-related incidents.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality forensic reports for public and private sector clients.
• Present evidence in Civil and Criminal Courts.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide expert advice.
• Extensive experience in forensic collision investigation and vehicle examination.
• Knowledge of key principles of collision investigation and developments within the discipline.
• Relevant training and experience in forensic video analysis.
• Experience in producing and reviewing technical reports with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting evidence in Court.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience retrieving and analysing vehicle electronic data (EDRs, telematics).
• Knowledge of inspecting electric vehicles and related safety protocols.
• An interest in injury causation.
• Training qualifications in collision investigation or other equivalent teaching/training experience.

We support flexible working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job sharing options. Our benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave

Join TRL and contribute to advancing forensic investigations in transport safety. Apply today.