Vehicle Inspector
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Position Overview & Specifications
SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description
What will you be doing?
As a Vehicle Inspector you'll be inspecting cars, vans and trucks at a third party premise. Ideally you will have knowledge of motor vehicles gained in one of the following industries; vehicle inspection, vehicle collection vehicle body repair, related motor trade or just a keen interest in cars. You do not need mechanical knowledge of a vehicle as the inspection you will perform is on the external aspects of the vehicle for transit damage. You will report the damage and enter data into computer systems, via PDA, Laptop or Tablet so it will be beneficial if you have good computer proficiency, experience of data input / recording on a tablet.
To be successful in this role you will need a valid driving license for the UK, happy to work outdoors regardless of weather and have an interest in cars.
What will you get?
- Job Title: Vehicle Inspector
- Job Type: Permanent
- Hours: 40 per week, typically Monday to Friday covering core hours between 7.00am and 5.00pm, occasional weekends
- Location Purfleet
Qualifications
How to be a successful candidate
To be successful in this role you will need a valid driving license for the UK, happy to work outdoors regardless of weather and have an interest in cars.
Benefits / perks:
- Eligible for a 10% discretionary performance bonus
- 24 days Annual Leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- 4-8% matching company pension contributions
- 4x Life Assurance
- Private Medical Cover
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Length of Service Awards
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
- Christmas Vouchers.
Additional Information
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Business Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Vehicle Inspector roles across SGS's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Business Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,869 - £30,427 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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