Automotive Mechanic / Auto Electrician - Car Restorations & Custom Builds Ol’ School Garage

is looking for experienced Automotive Mechanics and Auto Electricians to join our restoration team. Candidates with strong skills in both trades will be highly regarded and paid accordingly.

This is a hands-on role working across full vehicle restorations, custom builds, hot rods and classic cars.

Ol’ School Garage

is looking for experienced Automotive Mechanics and Auto Electricians to join our restoration team. Candidates with strong skills in both trades will be highly regarded and paid accordingly.

This is a hands-on role working across full vehicle restorations, custom builds, hot rods and classic cars.

About Us Based in Hillcrest,

Ol' School Garage

is a leading specialist in the restoration and preservation of classic cars, hot rods, streeters and custom builds for all vehicles pre- 1980. For over 20 years, we have been the trusted choice for car enthusiasts and collectors across Queensland, renowned for our attention to detail, technical expertise, and passion for reviving automotive history.

We are not a standard service workshop. Our work is detailed, varied, and quality focused.

What We Offer

Immediate start available

Competitive salary package (experience & skill-based)

Half-day Fridays (no weekend work)

Work shirts + PPE provided

Plenty of extra industry perks available

Supportive work environment with team of like-minded car nuts

Work on cool classic and custom vehicles

Variety of hands-on restoration work





This role suits someone who enjoys full builds, not repetitive servicing.

Key Responsibilities

performance upgrades (incl. clutch, fuel system, suspension and exhaust)

aftermarket accessory & parts installation/modification where needed

dismantling vehicle parts, fault-finding & diagnostic work

parts assessment, cataloguing and storage

reassembly of vehicles pre 1980's with current parts and/or reconditioned mechanical + electrical parts

assisting apprentices and trades assistants where needed.

Highly Regarded

Custom wiring experience

ECU or aftermarket system experience

Fabrication skills

TIG/MIG welding experience

About You Along with a strong work ethic and a passion for preserving automotive history and heritage you'll have:

Proven experience as an automotive restoration technician and mechanic is highly regarded

Qualification as an Automotive Mechanic and/or Automotive Auto Electrician

Strong technical knowledge of classic and vintage vehicle systems and components

Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills to diagnose and rectify issues

Exceptional knowledge of vehicle assembly, mechanical + electrical components and vehicle stripping/refitting

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Current drivers licence is essential

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly.

Please make sure that you meet the specified criteria above, especially regarding having full Australian working rights - as SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AN OPTION WITH THIS ROLE.

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