Quality Control Inspector (Fleet Maintenance)

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilitiesquality Inspection

• Conduct 100% Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) on all vehicles after maintenance or repairs.
• Verify that all repairs have been completed according to the work order.
• Ensure repairs comply with OEM specifications and company maintenance standards.
• Inspect vehicles for workmanship quality before release.
• Reject vehicles that fail to meet quality requirements and return them for rework.

Technical Inspection

• Inspect and verify repairs related to:
• Diesel engines
• Transmissions
• Brake systems
• Air brake systems
• Steering systems
• Suspension
• Electrical systems
• Air conditioning systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Fuel systems
• Cooling systems
• Tires and wheels
• Flatbed and trailer components
• Welding and fabrication work

Road Testing

• Conduct road tests after major repairs where required.
• Evaluate braking performance, steering, transmission operation, suspension, engine performance, vibration, abnormal noise, and overall vehicle drivability.
• Report and document any deficiencies identified during road tests.

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete and sign quality inspection checklists.
• Maintain accurate inspection and vehicle release records.
• Record non-conformities and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports.
• Monitor repeat failures and identify recurring maintenance issues.

Process Compliance

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company SOPs and OEM guidelines.
• Verify that only approved spare parts and consumables are used.
• Confirm critical fasteners are tightened to specified torque where applicable.
• Ensure all safety-related repairs meet regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring defects.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures and inspection processes.
• Participate in quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in developing and updating inspection checklists and SOPs.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Ensure repaired vehicles comply with safety regulations before release.
• Promote safe workshop practices.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Ensure inspection equipment is maintained and calibrated where applicable.

Authority

• The Quality Control Inspector has the authority to:
• Stop the release of any vehicle that does not meet quality standards.
• Reject incomplete or substandard repairs.
• Request immediate corrective actions from technicians and supervisors.
• Escalate repeated quality issues to the Workshop Manager or Head of Maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Technical certification in heavy vehicle maintenance is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum
• 5 years
• of experience in heavy truck, trailer, or fleet maintenance.
• Experience in quality inspection, vehicle diagnostics, or workshop operations.
• Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance processes.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of heavy-duty diesel engines.
• Air brake systems.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Trailer maintenance.
• Vehicle electrical systems.
• Welding and fabrication inspection.
• Ability to read workshop manuals and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with CMMS or fleet maintenance software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).