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RAA Vehicle Inspector
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· Permanent, full-time position at SA’s iconic RAA
· Tools of Trade Provided (Van, Tools, Uniform, laptop, phone + More)
· Join a tight-knit, fun and collaborative team
Ready to take your automotive expertise on the road with one of South Australia’s most trusted organisations? RAA is looking for a skilled and customer-focused Vehicle Inspector to join our Vehicle Inspection team and help deliver the high-quality service our members rely on every day.
This is a hands-on, mobile role where no two days look the same - and you’ll be equipped with everything you need to succeed, including your own fully equipped inspection van, tools, uniform, PPE and ongoing training.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- A fully maintained tool-of-trade van - take pride in your mobile workspace
- All tools, equipment, uniform and PPE provided
- Work independently while being supported by a strong team
- Make a real impact for RAA members and the community
- Ongoing training and development in automotive and mobility technologies
- Ability to apply for an RDO through accumulated time
- Expand your skillset by providing RAA roadside assistance on a semi regular basis and option of overtime depending on workload.
What You’ll Be Doing
· Customer Service
- Deliver friendly, professional service to members
- Take ownership of customer issues and resolve them promptly
- Maintain high personal and van presentation standards
- Contribute to RAA’s iconic roadside assistance on completion of multiskilled training
· Inspections & Repairs
- Complete accurate, efficient vehicle inspections
- Service and repair mobility scooters
- Stay up to date with automotive and mobility technologies
- Work in line with all relevant legislation and RAA procedures
· Organisation & Efficiency
- Manage your schedule and arrive on time to bookings
- Maintain accurate admin, cash handling and documentation
- Communicate effectively with the VI leadership and admin teams
What You’ll Bring
· Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (mandatory)
· Class C driver’s licence (mandatory)
· Minimum 3 years post trade experience
· Strong diagnostic and repair skills (automotive + mobility scooters)
· Air Conditioning accreditation, body/paint/panel experience (desirable)
· Excellent communication and customer service capability
· Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
· Solid knowledge of ADRs, SA Motor Vehicle legislation, used car warranty and inspection standards
· Confident using all electronic device platforms, with strong typing skills and solid experience across the Microsoft Office suite
Additional Requirements
· Ability to operate from an approved metro start location
· Completion of pre‑employment checks (medical, national police clearance)
· No previous suspension or revocation of SA inspection accreditation
We’re proud to be one of South Australia’s most iconic brands, trusted by members for more than 120 years. SA born-and-bred, RAA might be best known for our road service and insurance products, but we’re excited to be continuously diversifying to better help our members and community.
Our goal? To make life better for South Australians. That’s why we’re proud to offer a range of services to our 820,000+ members, including travel, energy, solar and battery, electric vehicle charging, our RAA Rewards program and more. With motoring still a priority, we’re just as passionate as we were in 1903 about road safety, advocating for a safer SA into the future.
We’re also one of the state’s largest employers, with more than 1100 employees working across our local sites at Mile End, RAA Place (CBD) and Adelaide Airport and our many retail and travel shops. With new office spaces in the city and city fringe in the works, and a buzzing people-first culture, we’re proud to be the State’s #1 Employer Brand.
Benefits
We love our people at RAA and believe our employees should be rewarded for being a part of the RAA family. Some of our employee benefits include:
- Free RAA premium road service
- Access to our RAA Rewards Program
- Generous discounts on all RAA products
- Flexible work arrangements
- Ongoing Training & Development opportunities and a Study Support Program
- Wellbeing facilities and Corporate Health Insurance Plan
How to apply
To be part of something bigger and work for a passionate South Australian organisation with members at heart click ‘Apply’ to submit your application by 9.00am Monday 19th of January 2026.
You'll need to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in Australia and we'll also need you to undertake a police check before you can work with us at RAA.
We are committed to building a workplace that’s diverse and inclusive, where employees are embraced for their unique qualities and valued for their contributions. We believe a diverse and inclusive workplace brings out the best in everyone and helps us to give our members better service. That's why we encourage applications from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, First Nations Peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.