Santander Consumer Finance is one of the UK’s Leading Motor Finance companies and we are currently looking for a Vehicle Inspector to undertake comprehensive vehicle inspections that accurately assess the condition, compliance and roadworthiness of returned vehicles, ensuring they meet BVRLA standards. The role supports the effective management of vehicle remarketing operations by maintaining accurate inspection records, ensuring efficient vehicle movements and compound management. Providing operation support including the collection and delivery of vehicles to customers, dealerships, repair centres and other business locations where required.
This role is based in Milton Keynes.
Please note the closing date for this role will be, end of day, Thursday 27th August.
Responsibilities will include:
Vehicle Inspections - To carry our accurate and detailed vehicle inspections in accordance to the BVRLA fair wear and tear criteria. Validate service history, interior condition, tyre tread depths, windscreen condition, bodywork condition, MOT and RFL data. Completed within 72 hours.
Maintain Compound & Vehicle Locations - You will be responsible for maintaining the yard, this will involve moving vehicles around the as and when required, ensuring all vehicles are parked correctly and that the system reflects this along with regular stock checks.
Off-site Vehicle Inspections - As above however there be occasions where vehicle inspections will need to be completed at the customers locations. Where this is the case CLM will provide transport, fuel and cover any other related expenses.
Vehicle Delivery & Collection - From time to time, you may be required to deliver or collect vehicles to and from customers, dealerships, repair centres, auction sites or other business locations. This must be carried out safely, professionally and in accordance with company policies.
Adhering to our commitment to Consumer Duty ensuring we put our customers’ needs first and set higher and clearer standards of consumer protection
What we’re looking for:
Full Clean UK Driving License
Previous experience in vehicle inspections
Knowledge of the BVRLA Fair Wear & Tear Standards is desirable
Understanding of vehicle body repair techniques and damage identification is desirable
Ability to work independently and prioritise workload in a fast-paced operational environment.
Experience in compund management is desirable
We have a range of benefits available which include:
Competitive salary of £25k - £27k dependent on experience
25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
Private medical cover after 12 months service
£500 flexible benefit allowance
Generous pension contributions
Employee assistance programme
Sharesave scheme
Gym passes at a reduced rate for 3,000 gyms, leisure centres etc
Other things you need to know:
The hours for this role are 08:00-17:30 across Monday to Friday
Inclusion
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Should you want to be considered for part time hours, please let us know and we can assess your requirements.
What are the next steps:
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