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Collision Investigator

Job details
Posting date: 16 July 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 August 2025
Location: RG40 3GA
Company: TRL Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 493f7813-1928-4892-bdce-b52090d29926

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Summary

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Forensic Collision Investigator to join our team at TRL. This role involves in-depth investigations into road collisions, including those resulting in fatalities and serious injuries. The nature of this work requires resilience, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of the UK legal system.

The successful candidate can be based UK wide with some travel expected. Flexible working options for full or part-time employment is available. Due to the long-term nature of Expert Witness responsibilities, applicants must have long-term residency in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

  • Investigate road collisions and vehicle-related incidents.
  • Prepare and deliver high-quality forensic reports for public and private sector clients.
  • Present evidence in Civil and Criminal Courts.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and provide expert advice.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Extensive experience in forensic collision investigation and injury causation analysis including video analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics, biomechanics, and forensic video analysis.
  • Experience in producing and reviewing technical reports with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, with experience presenting evidence in Court.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

  • Relevant qualifications such as a degree in physics, engineering or biomechanics.
  • Experience retrieving and analysing vehicle electronic data (EDRs, telematics).
  • Knowledge of inspecting electric vehicles and related safety protocols.
  • An interest in injury causation.

What We Offer

We support flexible working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options. Our benefits include:

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Matched pension
  • Life assurance & income protection
  • Healthcare cashback scheme
  • Professional development support

Join TRL and contribute to advancing forensic investigations in transport safety. Apply today.

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