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Defender & Classic Vehicle Mechanic (£45k Basic | Bespoke Custom Builds)
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Pay & Benefits
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000 basic per annum (up to £45,000 basic for high-level specialists) + annual bonus
Hours: 40 hours per week with flexible shift patterns (choice of working 4, 5, or 6 days per week)
Perks: 28 days holiday, casual dress policy, full uniform provided, free secure on-site parking, immediate start available
Workload: Full chassis rebuilds, bespoke custom modifications, engine swaps, and classic restorations—focused primarily on iconic pre-2016 Land Rover Defenders
About Us
We are a premier, highly regarded vehicle tuning and custom restoration specialist tucked in the East Sussex countryside. Moving away from boring, high-volume retail work, our close-knit, supportive workshop focuses on high-end, bespoke builds and precision craftsmanship.
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Role Overview
Seeking a Vehicle Technician / Defender Specialist Mechanic to handle comprehensive mechanical rebuilds, custom modifications, complex troubleshooting, and restorations primarily on classic Land Rover Defenders.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 (or time-served equivalent) with strong mechanical diagnostic capabilities.
- Experience working on pre-2016 Land Rover Defenders is a huge plus, but passion and solid mechanical skills matter most.
- Proven ability to execute engine overhauls, chassis work, and bespoke vehicle builds.
- Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.
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Location & Commute
Base: Nutley / Ashdown Forest area (Free on-site parking)
Road Links: Strategic countryside position directly off the A22, providing quick driving routes north toward East Grinstead and south toward Uckfield and Lewes, as well as easy cross-links via the A26 and A272.
Public Transport: Rural bus connections operating along the main A22 corridor, with rail links nearby at Crowborough, Uckfield, and East Grinstead stations.
Commutable From: Uckfield, Crowborough, East Grinstead, Haywards Heath, and Lewes.
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