Vehicle Examiner

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
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Annual salary: £42,980. Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Oldham Depot, Wallshaw Street, Oldham OL1 3TR
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We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.