Classic Vehicle Technician

Are you passionate about classic cars and proud of producing high-quality workmanship? Haynes Heritage Engineering has an opportunity to work on a fantastic range of classic and specialist vehicles.

Part of Haynes Motor Museum, we have over 35 years’ experience in classic vehicle servicing, repairs and restoration. Our skilled team works across mechanical repair, full restorations, fabrication and paintwork.

We’re looking for a skilled mechanical technician to join our growing team and help deliver the high standards our customers expect. We’re looking for the right person to join our growing team. We’re open to discussing flexible working hours for the right candidate.

• Servicing, diagnosing and repairing classic and specialist vehicles.

• Working on everything from carburettors, drum brakes and dynamos to modern diagnostic systems.

• Carrying out repairs and restoration work to a consistently high standard, with attention to originality and period detail.

• Researching faults and making accurate labour estimates for new work.

• Keeping vehicle components organised and workspaces clean and safe.

• Working closely with colleagues across our four workshop departments and communicating clearly with customers when needed.

You'll have a genuine passion for classic vehicles and take pride in doing a job properly. You'll also bring:

• Proven experience repairing and maintaining classic, vintage or specialist vehicles, ideally with at least three years in a similar role.

• Strong mechanical knowledge and a patient, methodical approach to problem-solving.

• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of workmanship.

A full UK driving licence.

A Level 3 equivalent qualification is preferred, but relevant experience matters most. We’re open to adapting the role for the right person.

• 29 days’ annual leave, increasing with service.

• An extra day off for your birthday.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Use of workshop space and equipment for personal projects, subject to approval.

• Flexible time off in lieu, subject to agreement.

• Free on-site parking.

• Staff discounts in the café and gift shop.

• Free Museum entry for you and your family.

We are part of Haynes Motor Museum, an independent UK charity established in 1985. The Museum welcomes around 125,000 visitors each year and is home to one of the UK's largest collections of cars and motorbikes.

Our work helps preserve motoring heritage for future generations, while supporting the Museum's charitable learning and conservation activities.

Haynes Heritage Engineering is based in Sparkford, Somerset (BA22 7LH), just off the A303.

To apply, both a CV and a covering letter are required, explaining your experience, skills and passion for the role to Nick Lockey-May at [email protected].

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. The selection process includes two interview stages, with a practical trial and an opportunity to meet the wider engineering team at the second stage.

You don't need to tick every box to apply. We’re looking for someone with the right skills, enthusiasm and pride in their work. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you and discuss how the role could work for you.

Haynes Motor Museum is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.