Vehicle Preparation Assistant

The Role

Vehicle Preparation Assistant

Motherwell Preparation Centre

Permanent

42.5 hours, 5 days out of 7 on a rota – weekend working required.

As a Vehicle Preparation Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our vehicles are prepared to Motorpoint’s high standards before they’re handed over to customers or displayed on site. You’ll support the wider preparation team by carrying out inspections, assisting with reconditioning, and ensuring vehicles are presented at their best.

• Perform daily inspections for damage, verify vehicle specs and service history
• Assist with vehicle reconditioning and valeting for customer collection and display
• Photograph vehicles to company standards for marketing and records
• Conduct vehicle check‑ins in all weather conditions
• Handle personal data in line with GDPR requirements
• Support vehicle movements on‑site and off‑site
• Liaise with drivers and transporters, resolving challenges professionally
• Carry out any other ad‑hoc tasks as required

• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Motivation to work to tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in high standards of cleanliness and presentation
• Ability to remain calm under pressure with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset
• Willingness to support other sites when needed
• A positive attitude and alignment with our values:
  Proud, Honest, Supportive, Happy and Together

• Paid time off every month to do something that makes you happy
• 28 days’ holiday plus days off for your birthday, getting married, or moving house
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Long service awards
• Staff discount on cars and finance options
• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of high‑street retailers and restaurants through our “My M.O.T” platform
• Smart Tech in partnership with Currys
• Cycle to work
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Vocational and personal development training courses
• Quarterly team socials
• Team feasts
• Scratch card rewards
• Sharesave scheme (SAYE)

20th July 2026

Note
: this role may close before the closing date if the advert receives a high volume of suitable applications – please apply as soon as possible.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have any concerns about potential barriers in the application process, please get in touch so we can ensure they are removed.