Vehicle Appraiser

Octane Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser in Hinckley, UK. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for cars, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include conducting vehicle appraisals, utilizing industry-standard appraisal tools, and identifying vehicles for auction disposal. The role offers a starting salary of £26,000 with a 42.5-hour work week. If you have basic car knowledge and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail in vehicle appraisals.
• Basic knowledge of cars is preferred, but not essential.
• Ability to communicate appraisal results effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed appraisals of vehicles offered in part exchange.
• Utilise industry-standard tools to assess vehicle values.
• Communicate appraisal results to the sales team.
• Drive potential part exchange vehicles to identify issues.
• Identify suitable vehicles for auction disposal.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Basic car knowledge

Tools

Industry-standard appraisal tools

Job description

Vehicle Appraiser

Location: Hinckley

Salary: £26,000 to start

Working Hours: 5 days per week, 42.5 hours including weekends

We are looking for a Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser with a passion for cars and an eye for detail. You will support our busy sales department and serve as a gateway to a full car sales role.

Role Overview

As a Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser you will be responsible for accurately assessing vehicles offered in part exchange, ensuring our vehicles are priced correctly. Basic car knowledge and an understanding of vehicle damage/preparation costs are preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed appraisals of vehicles offered in part exchange, considering factors such as condition, mileage, history, and other influences on valuation.
• Utilise industry‑standard tools and software to assess vehicle values and generate accurate pricing.
• Communicate effectively with the sales team to explain appraisal results.
• Drive each potential part exchange vehicle to identify mechanical issues.

Auction Disposals

• Identify suitable vehicles for auction disposal.