Automotive Dry Ice Blasting Technician

RECRUITMENT HELPLINE; Faringdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive preservation company in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Automotive Dry Ice Blasting Technician. The role involves using professional equipment to clean and preserve vehicles, focusing on rare classics to modern performance cars. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine interest in cars. This full-time, permanent position offers opportunities for career growth and development in a dynamic environment. Competitive salary between £30,000 and £38,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Solid mechanical confidence in removing various components.
• Ability to safely use 2-post and 4-post lifts.
• Physically capable of demanding hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Use dry ice blasting equipment to clean and preserve vehicles.
• Work on undercarriages and engine bays of cars.
• Contribute to creating online content.

Skills

Mechanical confidence

Detail-oriented

Positive attitude

Interest in classic vehicles

Ability to work independently

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Automotive Technician to join a leading company as a Automotive Dry Ice Blasting Technician!

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience.

Location: Stanford in the Vale (SN7)

About The Company

They are one of the highest-rated automotive preservation teams in the UK – specialising in classic, performance, and enthusiast vehicles. They are growing fast, their social media presence is exploding, and they are looking for someone who wants more than “just a job.”

If you’re ambitious, motivated, and want to be part of a company on the up… keep reading.

What They Are Looking For

• A genuine car enthusiast with solid mechanical confidence (wheels off, trays off, trim removal, safe ramp use, correct lift points, etc.)
• Someone who understands underbody structures and ideally has awareness of corrosion, rust progression or MOT‑style inspection thinking
• Someone who wants responsibility, recognition, and career growth… not clock‑watching
• Comfortable being filmed during projects (we create a lot of online content)
• Someone who actually cares about doing a great job

About The Role

You’ll be trained to use professional dry ice blasting equipment to clean, restore and preserve undercarriages, wheel arches and engine bays on everything from rare classics to modern performance cars. It’s hands‑on. Physical. Detailed. And genuinely rewarding.

Who This Role Suits

Someone who

• Wants to develop real skills, not just turn up
• Thrives in a small, ambitious team where effort is noticed
• Enjoys working on incredible cars every week
• Takes pride in craftsmanship and detail

Essential Requirements

• Solid mechanical confidence (removing wheels, arch liners, undertrays, trims, brackets, clips, etc.)
• Confident using 2‑post and 4‑post lifts safely, with correct lift‑point knowledge
• Ability to identify basic underbody structures (arms, subframes, mounts, etc.)
• Physically capable of hands‑on work for long periods (blasting is demanding)Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Comfortable being filmed or photographed while working
• Positive attitude, reliable, and willing to put in genuine effort
• Full clean driving licence essential
• Interest in classic, performance, or enthusiast vehicles
• Wants career growth, responsibility, and long‑term progression

Highly Desirable

• MOT‑style mindset (familiar with corrosion, rust progression, and weak points)
• Experience in detailing, valeting, fabrication, underbody work, or restoration
• Experience working around high‑value cars
• Awareness of safe handling of sensitive materials and components
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision
• Ambitious and eager to grow with a small but scaling company
• Not looking for a “clock‑in/clock‑out” job and wants to build something
• Team player, easy to work with, proactive, asks questions
• Takes pride in learning specialist skills and becoming exceptional at them

The company is recruiting in preparation for a new unit opening in Stanford in the Vale in January 2026, though happy to hire and train in Witney in the short term.

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.