Dale Allerton has been a loyal customer at Orwell Motorcycles in Ipswich for more than two decades. So when the dealership advertised a job there, he jumped at the chance.
The job is a general role, covering sales support, website and social media development, and assisting the clothing side of the business.
The 36-year-old Ipswich resident has worked as a driving instructor and carpenter, and has had at least 15 bikes, including Suzuki TL1000s and GSX-R1000s, a Honda SP-1 and a Triumph Thruxton 1200. His current ride is a KTM 1290 Super Duke R.
“I’ve always wanted to work here,” he said. “It’s a dream job, working with your hobby. I used to come in here all the time and now I am being paid for it!”