Heritage Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Mechanical – Classic Vehicle restoration)
WINDSOR CLASSICS LTD
WINDSOR (SL4 4RZ)
Closes in 24 days (Friday 31 October 2025)
Posted on 30 September 2025
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Summary
This Mechanical Heritage Engineering Apprenticeship vacancy offers a unique opportunity to work with an established team of Land Rover and Classic Range Rover specialist engineers. The successful applicant will assist with the repair, restoration, modification and preservation of this world-renowned range of iconic classic vehicles.
- Wage
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£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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£7.55/hour - Applicant’s age, experience and qualifications vary; therefore, the starting salary may vary based on these factors.
- Training course
- Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Sunday 30 November 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
This apprenticeship combines old-school engineering with cutting-edge technology.
- You will assist with preservation, maintenance, restoration and service of classic vehicles
- You will be taught about the history and development of vehicles, components and materials, servicing, tuning, transmissions and drivetrains, chassis, suspension, steering, braking and electrics
- The apprenticeship also includes Technical Drawing, welding, business studies and advanced diagnostics
Where you'll work
THE MILL
CROUCH LANE
WINKFIELD
WINDSOR
SL4 4RZ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
HERITAGE SKILLS ACADEMY LIMITED
Training course
Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
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Training schedule
Qualification: The ‘HET Level 3 Apprenticeship’ is a nationally recognised qualification delivered by ‘HSA’ from its Mechanical Academy based at ‘Bicester Heritage’ in Oxfordshire. Delivered over 36 months on a block release basis, you will attend your academy on average every 5 weeks for a 5-day block of training running from Monday to Friday, the remaining 80% of the time you will be working with your employer. If required, your employer will cover the Accommodation and travel costs.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C)
- Maths (grade C)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Good time keeping
Other requirements
Previous classic vehicle work experience is useful but not essential, GCSE Grades 4 to 9 (A-C) Maths and English are essential. We are also looking for applications from university graduates looking to apply their degree to ‘old school’ engineering challenges and develop a career in this exciting and dynamic industry. There is a high expectation that successful candidates will work hard, be conscientious and represent the company well on all occasions. Appearance, attitude, timekeeping, and personal presentation will all be considered throughout the interview process.
About this employer
Established by Richard Heighes (Managing Director) in 2018, Windsor Classics specialises in the restoration and sale of classic Series Land Rovers and Range Rovers. The company is located just outside the historic town of Windsor, on the edge of the stunning Great Park, Windsor Classics has a purpose-built workshop for restoration of customer vehicles as well as undertaking their own work. You will be joining a talented and experienced team of engineers and be involved in supporting the company and customers and shows and events.
After this apprenticeship
On completion of the Programme, you will be qualified as a Heritage Engineering Technician. Employment with Windsor Classics Ltd after completion of the apprenticeship is not guaranteed but very likely, subject to performance and a position being available.
The classic vehicle industry is thriving and the companies that HSA work with are world-class. Prospects for progression range from specialist technical roles to management positions and international work opportunities.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HERITAGE SKILLS ACADEMY LIMITED
Janice Pitchforth
jj@heritageskillsacademy.co.uk
07973844025
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000344214.
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Closes in 24 days (Friday 31 October 2025)
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