Recruit and retain 47 www.aftermarketonline.net FEBRUARY 2025 Timeless opportunity for new career route Coventry-based Clayton Classics says technicians and automotive professionals working on modern vehicles could consider transferring their skills to working on more historic vehicles For more than 100 years, Clayton Classics has supplied products to the automotive industry and has always thrived at the forefront of technical innovation, providing vehicle heating, cooling, and air conditioning solutions. Now the company is urging more people to consider taking up a career in repairing, restoring and working with classics. We see first-hand how parts of the classic car industry enjoy huge demand for their services, while also facing a shortage of technicians to handle the increasing workload, the company said. Additionally, as the pool of modern classics grows, the industry will need even more technicians with a broader range of skills and knowledge to maintain and upgrade historic vehicles. Clayton itself is looking for new talent, including experienced classic car technicians as well as automotive professionals working on modern vehicles, who might want to transfer their skills to more historic vehicles. Technicians search Emily-Sianne Cox, classics manager at Clayton Classics, said: “There is currently a large demand for certain types of classic car work, but not enough specialists in the industry to handle the work. “While it’s great to see that many areas of the classic car industry are busy, this needs to be matched by proactive recruitment measures to ensure customers, existing and new, receive a positive experience. “At Clayton Classics, we’re already factoring in demand for our services in 2025 and beyond, and we are searching for new technicians. Those joining us can look forward to an exciting new career path.” Meanwhile, the classic car sector, which is estimated to be worth £18 billion, is still waiting to hear back from a consultation last May by the previous government which called for evidence about how to boost jobs and preserve historic vehicles, potentially safeguarding the industry for decades to come. Emily added: “We are seeing increasing demand for services in the classic car sector, so we would urge the new government to publish the evidence from the consultation earlier this year as soon as possible. “By working together, we can act to ensure the classic car market has the pipeline of skills to meet the demand and continue to thrive for enthusiasts and drivers. “In the meantime, we’d love to hear from anyone who thinks they have what it takes to join our expert team working on bespoke upgrades, servicing and full restorations.” Visit https:// claytonclassics.co.uk/ contact-us/ to inquire about possible opportunities in the classic car sector. We are seeing increasing demand for services in the sector
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