AddressShape the Future of Preserving the Past with Finch Restorations
Finch Restorations is Australia's premier vehicle restoration firm. We specialise in the complete body-off, ground-up restoration of Veteran to Modern-Classic era (1890 to 1990) cars, trucks, and motorcycles. We also do much more!
We have a team of highly experienced professionals who have a deep understanding of all aspects of the restoration process.
Celebrating six decades of excellence, we are excited to expand our team at our new flagship site near Adelaide.
The Role
The role will initially require some induction and training in our Mount Barker branch, before subsequent transition to the new branch located within 15 minutes of the Adelaide CBD. Providing occassional support on site at the Finch Powerhouse at Woodside will also be required.
As an Automotive Electrician and/or ‘Old School’ Mechanic with Finch, you will play a pivotal role during restorations, modifications, and conversions of antique to classic era of cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assess electrical and/or mechanical restoration requirements of vehicles to complete to the required level.
- Dismantle and remove electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical assemblies and components.
- Convert and modify vehicles for special requirements.
- Dismantle, check and inspect electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical assemblies and components for wear and damage.
- Repair, create, and install wiring looms.
- Repair and recondition components.
- Diagnose reasons for equipment failure.
- Assemble components and assemblies after repair and reconditioning.
- Install electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical assemblies and components in vehicles.
- Carry out vehicle repairs and/or maintenance and diagnosis of problems.
- Perform maintenance, fault diagnosis, rectification, component installation and/orassembly of predominantly pre-1980s (pre-computer age) vehicles.
- Overhauls of drive-line units and components.
- Reverse engineering, machining, and manufacture of componentry.
- Diagnostic and critical road testing, tuning and refining of finished work.
- Road testing with customers to help fault diagnosis.
- Travel to various sites and undertake inspections, and perform in-situ repairs.
- Prepare technical reports.
About You
Your skills and attributes include:
- Being an Automotive Electrician or ‘Old School’ Mechanic with a demonstrable portfolio of significant projects or experience.
- Having at least five years of experience.
- Holding an Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology, or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, or Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology, and/or relevant proven experience.
- Experience restoring and refinishing classic and/or vintage cars, trucks and/or motorcycles of 30-120 years of age (desirable).
- Able to visualise the end-product, have a great eye for detail, and take great pride in your work.
- Commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, with a passion for preserving automotive history while embracing future technologies.
- Being an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
- Other automotive skillsets would be highly regarded.
Why Choose Finch Restorations?
At Finch Restorations, you'll join a dedicated team of artisans who share your passion for automotive excellence.
- Opportunities: With over two dozen personnel, Finch Restorations can offer great opportunities for craftspeople with the right experience, skills, and attitude to make their marks as professional restorers and remanufacturers of classic and historical vehicles.
- Multi-skilled team: Our team is multi-skilled and has a passion for preserving and restoring classic and historic vehicles and knowledge sharing allows you to grow your own skill set.
- Crafts-based environment: We work on a broad range of vehicles in a diverse, skilled, crafts-based environment.
- Work-life balance: We offer a better work-life balance with flexible work arrangements with options of 9-day fortnights.
Apply Now
If you're ready to contribute to our legacy of automotive excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Either submit your details by clicking on the ‘Quick Apply’ button, or email your Resume to us at *******@finchmc.com.au.
