Multi-Skilled Vehicle Technician – Classic & Performance Car Restorer
Location: Auto RARA Workshop, Derby, UK
Schedule: Full-time, Permanent | Monday to Friday, 9 hrs per day, salary based on skills and experience.
Are you a multi-skilled vehicle technician ready to bring your crafts to some of the UK’s most exciting classic car builds? Join Auto RARA and become part of a team renowned for precision, innovation and automotive artistry.
About Auto RARA
Auto RARA has built a name as one of Derbyshire’s leading classic car restoration and restomod specialists — restoring and transforming iconic vehicles for enthusiasts across the UK. We’re expanding fast and have big plans: from concours winning quality restorations to bespoke restomods and race-ready builds across a range of prestigious marques.
Our dedicated team of craftsmen are at the heart of this ambition — and we’re now looking for a multi-skilled vehicle technician to support our fabrication, bodyshop, mechanical, engine and parts restoration departments.
Why join us?
✅ High-end projects: Work on rare and cherished classics, unique restomods, and purpose-built competition cars.
✅ Craftsmanship culture: We have dedicated departments that we are actively investing in.
✅ Autonomy & impact: Help shape our departments. We are designing a brand new facility and you can influence our strategy.
✅ Growth & variety: No two builds are the same — your skills will be challenged, developed and truly appreciated by both colleagues and discerning clients.
What you’ll be doing
Working in the various departments within the business to provide support where needed in either the Mechanics, Engine build, Parts restoration or Bodyshop department.
Carry out precision work to restore rebuild or modernise all aspects of classic and modern classic cars.
Work with specialist suppliers to deliver high specification components and restoration of rare parts.
Work with the board to deliver the departments development strategy ensuring growth and high quality service throughout the development phase.
Collaborate closely with other departments and project managers to keep restorations on schedule, using project plans and Gantt charts.
Share expertise and provide guidance to junior team members, supporting our culture of craftsmanship and learning.
What we’re looking for
✔ Multi-skilled vehicle technician: Confident with technical equipment and working with precision tools to build classic and modern classic cars to the finest tolerances.
✔ Expert diagnostic skills: The ability to deliver diagnostics through a pre-prescribed process.
✔ Workshop knowledge: Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Repair & Maintenance. Classic or modern classic experience preferred.
✔ Attention to detail: Pride in delivering perfectly restored or bespoke vehicles.
✔ Professional work ethic: Self-motivated, punctual and able to manage your own workload while contributing positively to the team.
✔ Process-driven: Capable of recording progress and working to project plans using Microsoft Office.
What we offer
A permanent, full-time position in an ambitious, supportive environment.
Overtime and additional hours available.
Opportunity to build your own specialist function within a growing business.
A chance to work on vehicles that excite, challenge and inspire you every day.
Ready to shape history, one component at a time?
Bring your attention to detail to Auto RARA and leave your mark on some of the UK’s finest classic car projects.
How to apply:
Apply through Indeed by sending us your CV.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00 per year depending on skills and experience.
Benefits:
Company pension, Employee discount, Free parking, On-site parking
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, Overtime, Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
