Vehicle Appraiser


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£28,089 - £28,089
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hinckley, LE10 3DJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Appraiser - Progression available to a Cars Sales Executive job

Location: Hinckley

Salary: £28089 to start

5 days from 7 to include weekends 42.5 hours

Description

Vehicle Appraiser

Are you passionate about cars and have an eye for detail? Do you enjoy appraising vehicles? Join our dynamic team where we lead the market in automotive sales. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser to support our busy sales department. This is a gateway to get into a car sales role

Role Overview:

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

Responsibilities:

Vehicle Appraisals: Vehicle Appraiser

- Conduct detailed appraisals of vehicles offered in part exchange, considering factors such as condition, mileage, history and other factors that influence valuations.

- 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 of the potential part exchange vehicles to help identify mechanical issues.

Auction Disposals:

- Identify suitable retail stock from those taken in part exchange.

- Oversee the disposal process of vehicles not retained for resale, including the documentation, and logistics for the auction.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Desire to work in car sales

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with the sales team.

- Proficient in using appraisal software and auction platforms.

- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.

- Attention to detail and a methodical approach to handling multiple tasks.

- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- A flexible attitude towards extended duties to support the business.

- Full driver’s licence.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re motivated, confident, and ready to become the Warranty Controller who wants to help build a successful department in Grays, we want to hear from you.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality

WOOJ

Consultant: Billy Olivier

Vehicle Appraiser

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive / Motor Trade recruitment agency. We deal with all aspects of the motor trade so if you have experienced then we will be keen to have a chat; everything from Car Dealerships, HGV companies, Fleet companies, manufacturers & independent sites

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