Senior Fabricator / Welder – Classic Car Restoration
Location: Auto RARA Workshop, Derby, UK
Schedule: Full-time, Permanent | Monday to Friday, 9 hrs/day (overtime available)
Are you a master metal shaper ready to bring your craft 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-quality restorations to bespoke restomods and race-ready builds across a range of prestigious marques.
Our dedicated fabrication team are at the heart of this ambition — and we’re now looking for an experienced Senior Fabricator / Welder to help us take our metalwork to the next level.
Why join us?
✅ High-end projects: Work on rare and cherished classics, unique restomods, and purpose-built competition cars.
✅ Craftsmanship culture: We invest in quality tools — from English Wheels to specialist metal forming equipment — and give you the time and support to do the job properly.
✅ Autonomy & impact: Shape your own department and influence our fabrication standards. Mentor junior fabricators and help drive innovation in how we deliver complex projects.
✅ 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
- Carry out precision vehicle fabrication, metal shaping and panel beating on classic and modern classic cars.
- Restore, repair and fabricate individual panels and bespoke parts, ensuring authenticity and fit to original or upgraded specifications.
- Use advanced metal forming tools — including English Wheels, bead rollers, shrinkers/stretchers, folders and specialist hand tools — with skill and care.
- Execute high-quality welding (TIG and MIG) and metal finishing to ensure panels are structurally sound and visually flawless.
- Collaborate closely with the bodyshop 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
✔ Highly skilled panel maker: Confident with English Wheel work, bead rolling, shrinking/stretching, folding and forming complex panels by hand.
✔ Expert welder: Strong TIG welding ability (essential), plus MIG where needed — consistently neat, strong welds.
✔ Workshop experience: Minimum 5 years in vehicle fabrication/restoration. Classic or modern classic experience preferred.
✔ Attention to detail: Pride in achieving metalwork that needs minimal filler and sets the standard for the industry.
✔ 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.
What we offer
- A permanent, full-time position in an ambitious, supportive environment.
- Overtime and additional hours available for the right person.
- 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 panel at a time?
Bring your metalwork mastery to Auto RARA and leave your mark on some of the UK’s finest classic car projects.
How to apply:
Send us your CV and a short note about your favourite metal shaping job so far — we’d love to see what you can do.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
