William Heynes Ltd is a thriving automotive restoration business specialising in 1950s-60s Jaguar sports cars. William Heynes is the grandson of Bill Heynes, the once Chief Engineer of Jaguar Cars.
For this role, you would be working on different cars each day, depending on time scales and project management. One day you may be helping remove an engine from an E-Type barn find that has been sat in a woodshed for the last 40 years, the next you may be reassembling an XK engine that has just returned from the machine shop. Along with our long-term restorations of Jaguar E-Type projects, you would also be working on the day-to-day classic Jaguar servicing which comes through the door each week, such as fluid changes, inspections, maintenance work and figuring out what is needed to make the customer’s car run better.
Skills:
* Highly competent and confident in working on a range of classic vehicles
* Capable of engine, gearbox and differential works
* Fault resolution through workshop diagnostics
* Confident in setting up and tuning a vehicle running SU and Stromberg carburettors
* Able to work as a team member and follow instruction
* Capable of working on a number of different projects whilst maintaining true professionalism
* Able to work efficiently to a high standard and willing to learn
* Good communication both verbally and written
* Professional and a great representative of the team in and outside of work hours
Positives but not essential:
* Experience on Jaguars isn’t necessary but would be beneficial
* At least 5 years of experience
* Your own tools
* Experience with driving trailers and vans
What we offer:
* Competitive salary depending on experience (up to £40,000 pa)
* Full time, 40 hours a week (8.30 - 17.00, Monday - Friday)
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and pension
* Immediate start
* A fun and positive working environment. After all, we love what we do and it's important to us that you enjoy what you do as this means we are all 100% behind the job and the team
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Stratford-upon-Avon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Mechanical assembly: 4 years (required)
Work Location: In person
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