Classic Car Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE

Mon-Fri working hours

Prestigious classics including Jaguars

Supportive team focused on quality

Stable employment and strong reputatio

Regular lunch breaks and friendly work

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable classic car restoration specialist based in Guildford, Surrey, for a Classic Car Technician role. You will service and restore vintage vehicles to exacting standards, with a focus on craftsmanship and accuracy, including prestigious Jaguars.

The position offers Monday to Friday hours, a competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE, and a supportive team environment that values quality, detailed records, and long-term project work.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Classic Car Technician.
• Strong knowledge of vintage car systems (carburettors, fuel systems, straight-six engines).
• Proven restoration project experience with emphasis on quality.
• Full UK driving licence and own tools.
• City and Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance or Restoration.
• Passion for historic Jaguars.
• Proven craftsmanship in a classic automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain vintage/classic vehicles per client specs.
• Diagnose faults and oversee repairs or part replacements.
• Rebuild/restore components such as carburettors and fuel systems.
• Produce detailed estimates and project costings.
• Maintain accurate service/repair records.
• Fabricate/repair parts and test systems after repair.
• Advise workshop management on complex repairs or restoration needs.
• Support ongoing projects spanning months or years.

Skills

Classic car restoration

Vintage car systems knowledge

Carburettors & fuel systems

Detail-oriented craftsmanship

Education

City and Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance or Restoration

Tools

Own set of tools

Job description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable classic car restoration specialist based in Guildford, Surrey, for the role of Classic Car Technician.

This is an exceptional opportunity for skilled automotive professionals dedicated to the restoration and maintenance of vintage and historic vehicles. Our client values craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a passion for classic cars.

• Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE, in line with experience
• Monday to Friday working hours, ensuring a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on prestigious classic vehicles, including Jaguars
• Supportive and professional team environment focused on craftsmanship and quality
• Stable employment within a well-established business with an excellent reputation
• Regular lunch breaks and a friendly workplace culture

Duties:

• Servicing and maintaining vintage and classic vehicles according to client specifications as a Classic Car Technician
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and overseeing repairs or part replacements
• Rebuilding and restoring components such as carburettors and fuel injection systems
• Producing detailed estimates and project costings to ensure profitability
• Maintaining accurate service and repair records as a Classic Car Technician
• Fabricating or repairing parts as necessary and testing systems post-repair
• Advising workshop management on complex repair or restoration requirements
• Supporting ongoing project work which may span months or years

Requirements:

• Extensive experience working as a Classic Car Technician
• Strong knowledge of vintage car systems, including carburettors, fuel systems, and classic engines such as straight-six configurations
• Demonstrable experience in classic car restoration projects, with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Full UK driving licence and own set of tools
• City and Guilds Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance or Restoration
• Passion for historic and vintage vehicles, particularly Jaguars
• Proven track record of delivering high standards of craftsmanship in a classic automotive environment