Technician, Vehicle Inspection

Job Purpose

To carry out vehicle inspection on vehicles in the assigned track and to enter Vehicle Inspection final results. Ensures that functioning of all approved vehicles are in accordance with the Vehicle Inspection specifications laid down by the Police Department.

Job Specific Accountabilities

•    Receives vehicle and the Inspection Receipt from customers. Ensures that details in the Inspection Receipt tallies with the vehicle registration card and plate number. Moves the vehicle for inspection in the correction position in the specified track. 

•    Enters vehicle plate number in the system and ensures that all details in the system tallies with the vehicle registration card.  

•    Commences sequence of technical inspection. Checks the exhaust emissions from the vehicle to ensure that they are in accordance with the specifications.

•    Carries out the shock absorber test. Checks the wear and tear of the shock absorber and brake system. Verifies its proper functioning and checks the balancing of the front and rear end of the vehicle.

•    Inspects the external and general appearance of the vehicle, includes verifying if the chassis number is correct, checking the exhaust emissions visually, checking the vehicle’s body condition, paint, windshield, front and rear tyres, power trein and suspension system and the functioning of the chassis itself. Consults the supervisor in all cases related to major damages in chassis and all relevant issues.

•    Enters a full report of the vehicle inspection on the system, specifying defects in the car, if any. Forwards the Final Inspection Result to the point of certificate delivery through the system. Explains defects or reason for test failure, if requested. Gives vehicle keys and receipt to the supervisor.

•    Carries out extra inspection tasks on public transport such as checking the cleanliness of taxies, verifying the proper functioning of meters, checking the availability and functioning of fire extinguishers and so on.

•    Prepares and operates all equipment and computers for vehicle inspection in the beginning of the working day and shuts them down by the end of the day.

•    Performs other similar or related duties as and when assigned by Vehicle Inspection Supervisor

Internal Communications & Working Relationships

•    Has regular contact with the Vehicle Inspection Supervisor to receive work instruction, advice, to discuss issues and to seek opinion on critical technical issues.

•    Has frequent contact with other Vehicle Inspection Technicians for work coordination and to discuss and obtain opinions on relevant issues.

External Communications & Working Relationships

Has frequent contact with customers to receive inspection receipts and to drive vehicles to inspection tracks.

Minimum Qualification

Diploma in Vehicle Mechanics or equivalent. 

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

•    4 years’ experience in vehicle repair and inspection in a reputable organisation.

•    PC literate

•    Very good knowledge and command of English language. Arabic an advantage.

Revenues/ Budget: As per approved financial budget

Direct Reports: As per organization chart

Indirect Reports: As per organization chart

Professional Certifications

As applicable