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  • ​MET (Restoration)

    ​​​Full Time

    ​​​​​​Witney, Oxfordshire

    ​​​​​​​​​​£30,000-£40,000

    ​​​​​​​​​As a Restoration MET Technician, you will play a crucial role in the disassembly, restoration, and reassembly of classic Range Rovers, ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and trim components are meticulously restored to the highest standards.

    ​​​​​​​​Kingsley Cars Ltd

    ​​​​​​​​​​​Kingsley Cars Ltd is a globally renowned specialist in the restoration, enhancement, and preservation of classic Range Rovers. With decades of expertise, Kingsley is dedicated to blending timeless design with modern engineering, offering bespoke builds that combine originality with contemporary performance, comfort, and reliability.

Based in the UK, Kingsley is recognised for its meticulous craftsmanship, using the finest materials and advanced techniques to create vehicles that exceed the expectations of discerning collectors and enthusiasts. From full restorations to performance upgrades, Kingsley ensures that each vehicle remains a true classic while meeting the demands of modern driving. Kingsley Cars continues to set the benchmark for excellence in Range Rover restoration, delivering exclusive, handcrafted vehicles to a global clientele.

The role

As a Restoration MET Technician, you will play a crucial role in the disassembly, restoration, and reassembly of classic Range Rovers, ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and trim components are meticulously restored to the highest standards. This role requires a deep understanding of vehicle restoration, precision craftsmanship, and attention to detail.

This role requires a deep understanding of vehicle restoration, precision craftsmanship, and attention to detail.

  • Key Responsibilities:

    Disassembly & Inspection: Carefully strip down vehicles, documenting and tagging components for restoration or replacement.

    Mechanical Restoration: Refurbish or replace engine, transmission, suspension, and braking components to OEM or upgraded specifications.

    Electrical System Work: Rewire and install electrical components, ensuring fault-free operation of lighting, instrumentation, and modern upgrades. 

    Trim & Interior Fitting: Restore and refit dashboards, carpets, seats, and trim to an exceptional standard. 

    Chassis & Bodywork Preparation: Assist with the preparation and fitting of panels, ensuring proper alignment and structural integrity.

    Component Testing & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults, ensuring all systems function correctly before final assembly.

    Collaboration: Work closely with paint, fabrication, and upholstery teams to ensure seamless restoration. 

    Quality Control: Conduct final inspections, road tests, and adjustments to ensure vehicles meet Kingsley’s high standards. 

    Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to workshop safety procedures, ensuring safe handling of tools, materials, and vehicles.

  • Skills & Qualifications:

    Proven experience as an MET Technician, Restoration Specialist, or similar role within classic or prestige vehicle restoration.

    Strong knowledge of classic vehicle mechanics, electrics, and trim work. 

    Ability to read wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and restoration plans - desired but not essential. 

    Meticulous attention to detail with a passion for automotive heritage.

    Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative restoration team.

    Full UK driving licence.

  • Why Join Us?

    Competitive salary based on experience. 

    Opportunity to work on some of the world’s finest classic Range Rovers.

    Supportive and passionate team environment.

    Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

    28 days annual leave

How to apply:

CV via email

Closing date for applications is 30/05/2025