Used Cars Estimator - Vehicle Appraisal
Posted date [2026-05-20]
(ID: 45454)
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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
Job Description and Requirements
Used Cars Estimator - Vehicle AppraisalJob Snapshot
Role: Used Cars Estimator - Vehicle Appraisal
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Automotive
Function: Vehicle Inspection
Experience: 2+ years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Used Cars Estimator - Vehicle Appraisal in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a full-time opportunity in the Automotive industry for a detail-oriented vehicle inspection professional with experience in used car appraisal, refurbishment cost estimation, mechanical assessment, and trade-in evaluation. The role supports the used vehicle buying process by inspecting cars, assessing condition, estimating preparation costs, coordinating with pricing teams, and ensuring purchased vehicles are processed accurately into stock.
This position is suitable for a candidate who understands used car operations, can assess body, mechanical, and cosmetic condition with accuracy, and can support profitable stock acquisition in a fast-paced automotive environment.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Automotive
Function: Vehicle Inspection
Salary: 5000-8000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Used Cars Estimator - Vehicle Appraisal will help the Trading Enterprises CPOV team make better buying and pricing decisions by providing reliable inspection findings, accurate refurbishment estimates, and timely vehicle status updates. The role directly supports stock quality, customer confidence, preparation cost control, sales readiness, and smooth movement of purchased vehicles from appraisal to inventory.
Key Responsibilities
* Inspect used vehicles and prepare accurate estimates based on body condition, mechanical condition, cosmetic condition, and overall market readiness.
* Assess vehicle data carefully and record all relevant attributes, defects, specifications, mileage, condition notes, and supporting information.
* Coordinate with pricing and purchasing teams to support suitable market value decisions for trade-ins and used vehicle acquisitions.
* Estimate refurbishment and preparation costs while helping maintain acceptable variance between projected and actual costs.
* Ensure ownership transfer, de-registration, and required vehicle documents are collected, checked, and processed correctly.
* Track purchased vehicles into stock and confirm they are parked, recorded, and assigned correctly according to the relevant sales channel.
* Follow up with Sales Executives on appraisal progress, trade-in status, vehicle movement, and pending requirements.
* Keep internal stakeholders informed about inspection results, cost estimates, delays, documentation gaps, and stock entry status.
* Support smooth coordination between purchasing, pricing, sales, administration, and operations teams.
* Maintain accurate vehicle-related records, inspection reports, estimation details, and system updates.
Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate should have practical automotive experience, good inspection judgment, and the ability to estimate repair or preparation costs accurately. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, emotional maturity, and the ability to manage multiple vehicle appraisals in a target-oriented environment.
* High school qualification or equivalent is required.
* Around 2 years of relevant experience in vehicle estimation, vehicle inspection, mechanical assessment, used car appraisal, or automotive operations.
* Experience in automotive buying, selling, franchise workshop, certified pre-owned vehicles, or used car operations is an advantage.
* Good understanding of vehicle body condition, mechanical checks, cosmetic repairs, and refurbishment requirements.
* Working knowledge of MS Office and vehicle-related systems.
* Good verbal and written English communication skills.
* Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
* Customer-focused mindset with a proactive and reliable approach to work.
* Ability to work within a multicultural team and support target-driven used vehicle operations.
Skills Set
* Used car appraisal
* Vehicle inspection
* Mechanical assessment
* Body condition review
* Cosmetic repair estimation
* Refurbishment cost estimation
* Trade-in evaluation
* Vehicle pricing support
* Stock entry coordination
* Ownership transfer documentation
* De-registration process support
* MS Office
* Vehicle records management
* Sales team coordination
* Cost variance tracking
* Automotive operations support
Why Join Us
This role offers a practical career path in Dubai’s used car and certified pre-owned vehicle market. The position provides exposure to vehicle purchasing, pricing, appraisal, stock control, sales coordination, and preparation cost management within a performance-focused automotive business. It is a strong opportunity for candidates who enjoy vehicle assessment, commercial decision support, and hands-on involvement in the used vehicle buying process.
About the Company
Al-Futtaim Automotive is a major division of Al-Futtaim Group and represents leading automotive brands across the UAE and regional markets. The business operates across distribution, leasing, aftersales, used vehicles, commercial vehicles, and mobility solutions, with a strong focus on customer experience, operational quality, innovation, and career development in the automotive industry.
