Vehicle Standards Assessor (Scotland)

472649 Vehicle Standards Assessor (Scotland)

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 17th August 2026

📍 Location: Galashiels, Inverness, Kelso

💷 Salary: £32,507 – Advertised salary is inclusive of a base salary of £26,607 and £5,900 of allowances which consists of: Technical – £3,500, Flexibility – £2,400. A fully insured and taxed lease car is also provided.
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

🕘️ Contract Type: Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

🏆️ Available Positions: 3

Vehicle Standards Assessors use their technical knowledge and experience to recognise defects in heavy goods vehicles when they are presented for annual test (MOT). They can then determine whether they will pass the test and be legally compliant. By doing this they contribute to road safety by protecting the public from unsafe vehicles.

Top Responsibilities

Carry out MOT tests and associated schemes.
Record test information and results, and issue documentation.
Offer advice on vehicle safety
Ensure larger vehicles are safe to be on Britain’s roads.
Contribute to the safety of all road users.
Travel to several 3rd party testing facilities.
Work flexibly with the scheduling team, colleagues and the wider business to deliver excellent customer service
Take part in regular team meetings

For more information on the role and responsibilities please see the full job advert on CS Jobs using the link provided.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
Access to the staff discount portal.
Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
Latest IT and Tech devices e.g. smartphone and laptop
All PPE, uniform, tools and equipment is provided.
A fully insured and taxed lease car, which is for both work and personal use. Other running costs are also covered. You can also have up to two additional drivers use the vehicle.
24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

A minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in the repair, maintenance or inspection of at least one type of road vehicle, e.g. car, HGV, PSV.
You will need good customer service skills.

The requirement to have a minimum of 3 years’ experience is detailed in the EU Directive – Annex (IV) and can be viewed here.

You should already hold, or willing to work towards relevant qualifications in motor vehicle repair ie. iRTEC or IMI

Essential licenses

A full UK driving license

You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential licenses at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn.

How to Apply

👉 Read the full description and apply here: https://bit.ly/3RnVteG

This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Monday 17^th August 2026