Senior Classic Car Upholsterer & Coach Trim Expert

Historic & Classic Vehicles Alliance Limited; Battle; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Company workplace pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to a Financial Advisor

Flexible start times between 07:00 and

World's most important classic cars

Job summary

CKL Developments Ltd in Battle, East Sussex, is seeking an experienced upholsterer and coach trimmer to join our trimming team on a full-time basis. You will apply skilled upholstery work to historically significant classic cars, maintaining high standards of finish and accuracy.

This role requires the ability to manage several projects, troubleshoot installation issues, and work both independently and with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Proven skills, knowledge and experience of vehicle upholstery and coach trimming.
• Accurate workmanship with strong attention to quality and detail.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs while meeting targets and deadlines.
• Troubleshoot common fitting and finishing issues.
• Work confidently both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in restoring, repairing and refurbishing upholstery.
• Experience with bespoke/high-end products.
• An interest in historical accuracy.
• Carpentry experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply upholstery and coach trimming skills to historically significant classic cars.
• Work on multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with trimming department to shape future growth.

Skills

Vehicle upholstery

Coach trimming

Quality workmanship

Multi-project management

Troubleshooting issues

Independent & team work

Upholstery restoration

Industrial sewing

Bespoke/high-end products

Historical accuracy interest

Carpentry experience

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Job description

CKL Developments Ltd in Battle, East Sussex, is seeking an experienced upholsterer and coach trimmer to join our trimming team on a full-time basis. You will apply skilled upholstery work to historically significant classic cars, maintaining high standards of finish and accuracy.

This role requires the ability to manage several projects, troubleshoot installation issues, and work both independently and with colleagues.