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Date Added: Wed 23/07/2025

Vehicle Technician

Hitchin, SG5, UK
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Company: ALECTO RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £38000/annum benefits

Vehicle Technician - Classic & Prestige Cars

Location: Kimpton
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
Salary: £38k + overtime & benefits

We're a long-established, independently owned garage specialising in the repair and restoration of one prestigious marque - both classic and modern. With a small, expert team and a global reputation for excellence, we work on some of the most iconic and valuable vehicles in the world.

We're now looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join our team and play a key role in restoring these exceptional vehicles to the highest standards.

What you'll be doing:

Servicing and repairing classic and modern vehicles
Full mechanical rebuilds engines, gearboxes, suspension, brakes, etc.
Electrical fault-finding, repairs, and wiring
Stripping, cataloguing, and rebuilding vehicles as part of restoration projects
Minor fabrication, corrosion repairs, and component painting
Interior and chrome refits, cosmetic detailing
Road testing and quality control
Basic admin: job records, parts lists, and occasional customer updates

What we're looking for:

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 2+ in Motor Vehicle Maintenance
Solid experience in a hands-on mechanical role
Keen interest in classic cars (knowledge of older systems is a bonus)
Additional skills in welding, fabrication, machining, or basic paintwork are a plus
Comfortable using basic IT (Word, Windows)
Full UK driving licence (max 3 points acceptable)
A steady work history and a proactive, team-focused attitude

What we offer:

Competitive salary based on experience
Overtime at 1.5x rate during busy periods
4 weeks' holiday + bank holidays
Paid sick leave
Company pension (3% employer contribution)
Branded workwear provided
Opportunities to attend classic car shows and industry events

Ready to apply?
If you love classic cars, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a respected and passionate team, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) ext 224 for more information.

If this role would not be of interest to you but may be a suitable friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements.

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