Vehicle Restoration Technician Job at Surrey, Croydon Full Time NEW

• Pay: £36,000 – £40,000 Basic DOE
• Hours: 8AM – 5PM Monday with hour lunch break no weekends

Are you a skilled Vehicle Mechanic with specialised experience in air cooled engines? A highly regarded vintage restoration company based in Croydon is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Mechanic (Air Cooled Engines) to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for mechanics passionate about classic and vintage vehicles, working primarily on air cooled petrol engines such as those found in iconic Porsche or Volkswagen models. The role involves hands-on mechanical work in a supportive environment, avoiding modern diesel or main-dealer diagnostics.

If you are seeking a more interested automotive engineering technical position away from main dealer fitting or working on all makes and models this role will be for you!

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary of £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Working hours from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday, with a one-hour lunch break
• No weekends required, allowing for good work-life balance
• Opportunity to specialise in vintage vehicle restoration and classic engine work
• Pleasant working environment focused on specialised mechanical skills

Duties:

• Carrying out servicing and repairs on vintage vehicles, focusing on air cooled petrol engines
• Fault diagnosis and engine servicing on classic vehicles, primarily air-cooled models
• Performing hands-on mechanical tasks, ensuring high-quality standards
• Maintaining detailed records of work completed
• Working within tooling constraints, relying on manual skills rather than dealer diagnostics
• Ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Mechanic with a strong focus on air cooled or vintage petrol engines
• Hands-on mechanical skills with a passion for classic and vintage vehicle restoration
• Strong diagnostic and repair abilities in manual engine servicing
• Knowledge of classic Air-Cooled engines or similar is highly desirable
• Ability to work independently and efficiently within a team
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

If you have the specialised skills required for the role of Vehicle Mechanic (Air Cooled Engines) and are eager to work with a company dedicated to vintage vehicle restoration, we want to hear from you. Find out more about this exciting opportunity today.

Contact Liam Buffenbarger, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Croydon and Greater London, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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