Careers at E-Type UK

Apprenticeship: Bodyshop Technician : OPEN

Accepting Applications

The E-Type UK apprenticeship programme runs for 2 years and is suitable for candidates who wish to gain valuable experience in Classic Car Restoration by shadowing senior technicians, covering all aspects of what it takes to be a knowledge and successful classic car bodywork technician. Specific focus on:

• Metal work/panel beating
• Classic car filler
• Automotive paint preparation and finish

Successful applicants will be confident problem-solver, a strong team player and above all, have future prospects for a successful career in classic car bodywork. For your application to be considered you will require a valid driver licence.  

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5:30 pm (with two Saturdays a month).
Salary: TBC

Apprenticeship: Restoration Technician : OPEN

The E-Type UK apprenticeship programme runs for 2 years and is suitable for candidates who wish to gain valuable experience in Classic Car Restoration by shadowing senior technicians, covering all aspects of what it takes to be a knowledge and successful classic car restoration technician. Specific focus on:

• Electrics: rewiring and diagnosing electric systems
• Mechanics: general mechanical skills such as engine rebuild, gearbox, suspension, brakes and other mechanical components.

Successful applicants will have completed/completing level 2/3 'Light Vehicle Apprenticeship'. You'll also be confident problem-solver, a strong team player and above all, have future prospects for a successful career in classic car restoration.  For your application to be considered you will require a valid driver licence.  

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5:30 pm (with two Saturdays a month).
Salary: TBC

Junior Workshop Technician : OPEN

Main Responsibilities:

E-Type UK is looking for a Junior Workshop Technician to join its current expanding workforce. Applicants will have workshop experience and ideally would have worked in the classic car industry. You will have excellent attention to detail, able to work towards stringent deadlines and above all will be a strong team player.

Duties will include:

• Keeping the workshop tidy and organised
• Undertaking workshop projects
• Aiding in Race and Rally preparation

The position will require the successful candidate to have relevant experience, candidates without relevant experience will not be successful and should not apply, all candidates are required to submit a CV.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5:30 pm (with two Saturdays a month).
Salary: Dependant on Experience

Automotive Painter : CLOSED

Main Responsibilities:

E-Type UK is looking for an experienced Paint Technician to join its current workforce, applicants must be experienced and have worked in the classic car industry. 

Required key skills:

• Skilled filler work
• Skilled prep work for paint
• Skilled paintwork
• Skilled rubbing down and polishing

Key responsibilities:

• Ordering of required materials to complete the job
• Working on priorities set by the company
• Managing work to ensure successful completion of job within given timescales
• Keeping management informed of any issues or change of focus

The position will require the successful candidate to have relevant experience, candidates without relevant experience will not be successful and should not apply, all candidates are required to submit a CV.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5:30 pm (with two Saturdays a month).
circa £42,000 per annum

Workshop Mechanic : CLOSED

Applicants must have workshop experience (minimum 3 – 5 year’s) and ideally have worked around / within the classic car industry. Above all, you’ll be an enthusiastic team player that is motivated to deliver great service.

Key areas of responsibilities will include:

• General vehicle maintenance and servicing
• Troubleshooting
• M.O.T preparation

The position will require the successful candidate to have relevant experience, candidates without relevant experience will not be successful and should not apply, all candidates are required to submit a CV.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5:30 pm (with two Saturdays a month).
Salary: Dependant on Experience