At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to work on exciting race builds and classic vehicle restorations.
- Company: Established independent specialist with over 70 years of heritage in Shoreham-by-Sea.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 28 days holiday, and zero weekend work.
- Other info: Free secure parking and continuous training opportunities available.
- Why this job: Combine your passion for motorsport and classic vehicles in a dynamic workshop environment.
- Qualifications: 2+ years of technician experience and a strong mechanical ability required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Pay & Benefits
- Basic Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (Tailored salary scale starting from mid-level tech up to Diagnostic Specialist / Master Tech level)
- Hours & Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM —STRICTLY ZERO WEEKENDS (Enjoy every single weekend completely off)
- Perks & Welfare: 28 days holiday allowance (including guaranteed Christmas shut-down), workplace pension scheme, full uniform provided, and free secure on-site parking
- Training & Skill Progression: Continuous upskilling across modern diagnostic platforms, classic vehicle restoration techniques, and custom motorsport race-prep setup
Workshop Scope
Highly varied mix of work—combining everyday servicing, general repairs, and MOT prep across all makes with specialist modern MINI work, engine rebuilds, classic vehicle restorations, and custom track/motorsport projects.
Role Overview
Seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician or Mechanic to join our workshop team near Brighton. You will handle a dynamic mix of work—combining everyday MOT testing, routine servicing, and general repairs across all makes and models with specialized modern MINI work, engine rebuilds, classic restorations, and motorsport track prep.
Requirements
- Experience: Open to candidates with 2+ years of technician experience up to fully qualified Master Technicians (NVQ Level 3 or time-served equivalent).
- Passion & Skills: Strong mechanical ability with a genuine passion for classic vehicles, motorsport, and all-makes servicing.
- Diagnostics & MOT: Confidence with modern diagnostic equipment (MOT Smart Tester status is a bonus, but not required).
- Essentials: Full UK driving licence, own hand tools, high attention to detail, and a strong team ethic.
Location & Commute
- Base: Shoreham-by-Sea area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategic position directly off key coastal transport corridors (A27 / A259).
- Commutable From: Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Lancing, Portslade, Steyning, Henfield, and Shoreham.
How to Apply
Ready to escape repetitive main-dealer servicing for a varied workload covering everyday cars, MOTs, classics, and race builds with up to £45k basic and zero weekends? Click Apply Now with your updated CV for a fast, 100% confidential callback within 24 hours!
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