Automotive Trimmer/ Upholsterer
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Based in the Orpington/ North Kent area
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Prestige & Sports Car Interiors
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Circa £45-50k Basic Salary (Negotiable)
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Hours: Monday to Friday Day Shift
Monday Matters Recruitment is proud to represent a growing specialist division within an established automotive dealership, focused on the design, enhancement, and bespoke interior creation for a wide range of prestige and high-performance vehicles.
This evolving venture is seeking a skilled Automotive Upholsterer to help drive its expansion and deliver interiors of exceptional quality for an exclusive, discerning clientele.
The Opportunity:
This is far from a standard upholstery position. You’ll be working at the cutting edge of bespoke automotive craftsmanship, transforming premium and sports vehicles with interiors that embody luxury, individuality, and technical refinement. From hand-stitched leatherwork to fully customised cabin features, every project is unique — tailored to reflect the owner’s vision and the character of the vehicle.
Key Responsibilities:
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Upholstering and retrimming interiors — including seats, panels, headliners, and dashboards — using high-end materials.
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Creating bespoke interior features to meet precise client specifications.
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Working closely with design and build teams to ensure seamless finishes.
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Maintaining exceptional standards of detail, presentation, and craftsmanship.
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Managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
Candidate Profile:
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Proven experience as an automotive upholsterer, ideally within prestige, sports, luxury, or bespoke environments.
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Skilled in working with leather, Alcantara, and other premium materials.
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Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing flawless work.
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A blend of creative flair and technical capability.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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We also welcome applicants with specialist upholstery backgrounds in aviation, marine, or luxury furniture, where precision and quality are essential.
What’s On Offer:
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The opportunity to showcase your craftsmanship across a broad spectrum of admired prestige and performance vehicles.
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A supportive, creative working environment where your skills take centre stage.
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A competitive salary package tailored to experience.
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Genuine career development opportunities within a rapidly growing specialist division.
This is a rare chance to apply your craft to some of the most desirable prestige and sports vehicles on the market.
Full vacancy details for this Automotive Upholsterer role are available to registered candidates. Apply now with your CV to Beth Allen at Monday Matters Recruitment. Monday Matters Recruitment are specialists in the automotive industry, and we’re here to make sure every Monday counts