Estimator - KIA, Pre Owned Cars, All Emirates

Al Tayer Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Motors in the UAE seeks an Inspector for pre-owned vehicles to assess mechanical, electrical, body, and interior conditions. You will prepare cost estimates for parts, labour, and detailing, coordinating with Workshop, Parts, and Bodyshop teams to validate repair requirements and costs.

The role supports Used Car Managers with technical assessments for purchasing decisions and aims to keep refurbishment within approved budgets.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Automobile Engineering.
• 3-5 years in a similar role.
• Good knowledge in customer handling skills.
• Good knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems, body repairs, parts, labour costing, and refurbishment.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical ability, and commercial awareness.
• Experience gained through formal training or work experience.
• Valid UAE Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Inspect used and trade-in vehicles to assess their mechanical, electrical, body, paint, tyre, and interior condition.
• Identify defects, accident damage, wear and tear, and required repairs.
• Prepare accurate estimates for parts, labour, mechanical repairs, bodywork, paint, tyres, and detailing.
• Coordinate with Workshop, Parts, and Bodyshop teams to validate repair requirements and costs.
• Support Used Car Managers/Buyers with technical assessments for vehicle purchasing and trade-in decisions.
• Highlight vehicles with significant repair costs or potential technical risks.
• Monitor refurbishment costs and help ensure vehicles are prepared within approved budgets and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inspection, estimation, and vehicle-condition records.

Skills

Customer handling

Vehicle systems knowledge

Detail oriented

Commercial awareness

Education

Diploma in Automobile Engineering

Job description

Job description

Responsible for inspecting pre-owned vehicles, identifying mechanical and cosmetic repair requirements, and preparing accurate refurbishment cost estimates to support vehicle acquisition and retail preparation while maintaining quality and profitability standards.

Al Tayer Motors is a premium destination for luxury automotive excellence in the UAE, representing some of the world’s most prestigious brands. We believe that our people are our greatest strength. With a team of approximately 3000 professionals representing more than 42 nationalities, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow, achieve, and thrive.

Our success is rooted in the richness of our organizational culture, global outlook and the diverse experiences that come together to form a truly high-performing team. Our culture is built on the belief that luxury is not just about the vehicles we offer, but the people who bring those brands to life. Whether in customer service or technical expertise, every role plays a vital part in delivering the exceptional luxury experience our brands are known for.

Innovation at Al Tayer Motors goes beyond technology — it’s about empowering our people to exceed expectations and shaping meaningful experiences that inspire excellence. By nurturing their talent and embracing diverse viewpoints, we continue to set benchmarks in the luxury automotive sector — where every detail matters, and every experience is elevate.

Functional Roles and Responsibilities

• Inspect used and trade-in vehicles to assess their mechanical, electrical, body, paint, tyre, and interior condition.
• Identify defects, accident damage, wear and tear, and required repairs.
• Prepare accurate estimates for parts, labour, mechanical repairs, bodywork, paint, tyres, and detailing.
• Coordinate with Workshop, Parts, and Bodyshop teams to validate repair requirements and costs.
• Support Used Car Managers/Buyers with technical assessments for vehicle purchasing and trade-in decisions.
• Highlight vehicles with significant repair costs or potential technical risks.
• Monitor refurbishment costs and help ensure vehicles are prepared within approved budgets and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inspection, estimation, and vehicle-condition records.

Qualification & Experience

• Diploma in Automobile Engineering
• 3-5 years in a similar role.
• Good knowledge in customer handling skills
• Good knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems, body repairs, parts, labour costing, and refurbishment.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical ability, and commercial awareness
• Experience gained through formal training or work experience
• Valid UAE Driving License