Classic Car Technician

Perfect Placement; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Perfect Placement is seeking a skilled Classic Car Technician to join a passionate team focused on restoration and bespoke builds of iconic classics, notably Series Land Rovers, from the ground up at our Stratford-upon-Avon client site.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, electrical fault-finding, and independent workload management, with a competitive starting salary of £40,000+ DOE and Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week. A genuine passion for classic cars is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on classic cars, especially restoration or custom builds.
• Strong mechanical skills with ability to perform a range of repairs.
• Electrical knowledge and fault-finding capability.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Genuine passion for classic cars and vehicle restoration.

Responsibilities

• Build classic Series Land Rovers from the ground up, including mechanical assembly.
• Rebuild suspensions and perform comprehensive mechanical repairs.
• Carry out electrical fault-finding and associated repairs.
• Manage mechanical component fitting and assembly.
• Support larger operations, including engine removal and refitting.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship across all tasks.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Independent working

Attention to detail

Passion for classic cars

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Classic Car Technician. This role offers a unique opportunity for a skilled and experienced professional to specialise in classic vehicle restoration and bespoke builds. The successful individual will join a passionate team dedicated to restoring and building iconic classic vehicles, specifically Series Land Rovers, from the ground up.

Benefits of a Classic Car Technician:

• Competitive salary starting at £40,000+ DOE
• Monday to Friday working hours, 40 hours per week
• No weekend work required
• Opportunity to work on distinctive classic vehicles
• Join a growing, specialist business with a genuine passion for classic cars
• Access to a supportive team environment with career development prospects

Duties of a Classic Car Technician:

• Build classic Series Land Rovers from the ground up, including mechanical and structural assembly
• Rebuild suspensions and carry out comprehensive mechanical repairs
• Carry out electrical fault-finding and associated repairs
• Manage mechanical component fitting and assembly
• Conduct repairs at various stages of the build process, working independently as well as collaboratively
• Support larger mechanical operations, including engine removal and refitting
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and attention to detail across all tasks

Requirements of a Classic Car Technician:

• Proven experience working on classic cars, particularly within restoration or custom build projects
• Strong mechanical skills with the confidence to complete a variety of repairs
• Electrical knowledge and fault-finding capabilities
• Ability to work independently, managing own workload effectively
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
• Genuine passion for classic cars and an interest in vehicle restoration
• Ability to work within a small, dedicated team environment