*Experienced Mechanic, Classic & Performance Car Specialist**Location:* Auto RARA Workshop, Derby, UK*Schedule:* Full-time, Permanent | Monday to Friday, 9 hrs per day*Are you a skilled Classic and Performance car specialist ready to bring your craft to some of the UK’s most exciting classic car builds? Join Auto RARA and become part of a team renowned for precision, innovation and automotive artistry.**About Auto RARA*Auto RARA has built a name as one of Derbyshire’s leading classic car restoration and restomod specialists — restoring and transforming iconic vehicles for enthusiasts across the UK. We’re expanding fast and have big plans: from concours-quality restorations to bespoke restomods and race-ready builds across a range of prestigious marques.We are developing our mechanics facility and the successful candidate will become an integral part of the development team.Why join us?✅ High-end projects: Work on rare and cherished classics, unique restomods, and purpose-built competition cars.✅ Craftsmanship culture: We have a dedicated engine & drivetrain department that we are actively investing in.✅ Autonomy & impact: Shape your own department. We are designing a brand new facility and you can influence our strategy.✅ Growth & variety: No two builds are the same — your skills will be challenged, developed and truly appreciated by both colleagues and discerning clients.What you’ll be doing*Carry out precision work to restore, service, rebuild or modernise classic and modern classic cars.**Work with specialist suppliers to deliver high specification components and restoration of rare parts.**Work with the board to deliver the departments development strategy ensuring growth and high quality service throughout the development phase.**Collaborate closely with other departments and project managers to keep restorations on schedule, using project plans and Gantt charts.**Share expertise and provide guidance to junior team members, supporting our culture of craftsmanship and learning.*What we’re looking for✔ Highly skilled Classic and performance car mechanic: Confident with technical and diagnostic equipment.✔ Expert diagnostic skills: The ability to deliver diagnostics through a pre prescribed process.✔ Workshop knowledge: Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Repair & Maintenance + some years in a specialist role. Classic or modern classic experience preferred.✔ Attention to detail: Pride in delivering perfectly restored or bespoke engine & drivetrain builds.✔ Professional work ethic: Self-motivated, punctual and able to manage your own workload while contributing positively to the team.✔ Process-driven: Capable of recording progress and working to project plans using Microsoft Office.What we offer*A permanent, full-time position in an ambitious, supportive environment.**Overtime and additional hours available.**Opportunity to build your own specialist function within a growing business.**A chance to work on vehicles that excite, challenge and inspire you every day.*Ready to shape history, one component at a time?Bring your attention to detail to Auto RARA and leave your mark on some of the UK’s finest classic car projects.How to apply:Send us your CV and a short note about your favourite build so far — we’d love to see what you can do.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: up to £50,000 per year depending on experience.Benefits:Company pension, Employee discount, Free parking, On-site parkingSchedule:Monday to Friday, Overtime, Weekend availabilityWork Location: In personJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: Up to £50,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Company pension* Employee discount* Free parking* On-site parkingWork Location: In person