Quality Controller

Ali & Sons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ali & Sons UAE is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to examine serviced and repaired vehicles, ensuring adherence to company and manufacturer standards. The role involves detailed inspections, road tests, documentation, and collaboration with service staff to uphold quality and timely delivery.

Candidates should have 4+ years in QA/vehicle inspection within automotive aftersales, a mechanical engineering background, and strong English skills (Arabic preferred).

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related automotive discipline.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle inspection, repair quality standards, road testing and workshop processes.
• Experience in identifying repair and quality issues is essential.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all QA procedures and processes are consistently followed.
• Inspect serviced and repaired vehicles to verify quality to standards.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and road tests to verify performance, safety and repair quality.
• Record inspection and test results accurately and maintain documentation.
• Identify defects or incomplete repairs and coordinate with workshop staff for corrective action.
• Advise Service Advisors and Technicians on quality matters to ensure timely delivery.
• Support the Fix It Right First Time initiative by preventing repeat repairs.
• Maintain accurate data related to work performed and update job cards/repair orders.
• Monitor vehicle presentation and ensure standards before delivery to customers.
• Assist maintenance team with calibration and upkeep of workshop equipment.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Quality control

Road testing

Documentation

Detail oriented

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all Quality Assurance QA procedures and processes are consistently followed
• Inspect serviced and repaired vehicles to ensure the quality of work meets company and manufacturer standards
• Conduct comprehensive vehicle inspections and road tests to verify vehicle performance safety and repair quality
• Record inspection and road test results accurately and maintain appropriate documentation
• Identify any quality concerns defects or incomplete repairs and coordinate with relevant workshop personnel for corrective action
• Assist and advise Service Advisors and Technicians on quality-related matters to ensure vehicles are delivered correctly and on time
• Support the achievement and maintenance of the Fix It Right First Time ratio by identifying and preventing repeat repairs and quality issues
• Assist customers and internal stakeholders with technical and quality-related matters as required
• Collect and maintain accurate information and data relating to work completed on vehicles
• Ensure all relevant inspection results and quality-related information are updated in job cards and repair orders
• Monitor vehicle presentation and ensure vehicles meet the required standards before delivery to customers
• Maintain clean and organized working areas and support workshop housekeeping standards
• Assist the maintenance team with the calibration servicing and upkeep of relevant workshop equipment
• Support other workshop activities and perform related duties as required
• Actively participate in and comply with all Health Safety and Environmental HSE requirements and company policies
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Workshop Supervisor or Service Manager
• Role Purpose To examine serviced and repaired vehicles and ensure that all work completed meets the required standards of quality performance safety and presentation before customer delivery while supporting the workshop in achieving a high Fix It Right First Time performance

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance, Vehicle Quality Inspection, Automotive After Sales, Workshop Quality Control, or a similar position.
• Education: Diploma or Bachelor\'s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related automotive discipline.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of vehicle inspection, automotive repair quality standards, road testing, and workshop processes. Experience in identifying repair and quality issues is essential.
• Languages: Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are preferred.
• Software Skills: Computer literate with the ability to maintain digital records and update job cards, repair orders, and inspection documentation.
• Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, customer focus, teamwork, accountability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced workshop environment.