Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?
At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.
Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.
We are looking for a Vehicle Technician to join our travelling Race Operations team. This role is core to maintain and service plant, equipment and vehicles to obtain maximum efficiency and performance
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Regular inspection of Company vehicles and plant to identify repairs and maintenance required at Formula 1 events.
Undertake repairs on vehicles and plant in line with legal and H&S requirements.
Co-ordinate the completion of external repairs with manager.
Assist with movement of vehicles to service suppliers as required.
Assist with rig and de-rig of the Event Technical Centre and ancillary equipment (e.g. deployment of nodes, cables, camera platforms, TAG clock, gazebo’s etc.) at Formula 1 events.
Prepare circuit equipment e.g. GenSets for use at each event.
Refuel equipment e.g. GenSets during the event.
Operate lifting equipment as required and only when qualified to do so.
Liaise with the Sea Freight department to ensure everything is ordered in a timely manner.
To operate safely at all times in line with Company health and safety requirements.
To undertake other duties within your capabilities as your manager may assign to you from time to time.
What Are We Looking For?
Our Person Specification:
Qualifications
NVQ vehicle mechanical and electronic systems qualification or equivalent
Forklift / scissor lift licence would be desirable, but not essential
EU driving licence
HGV Licence an advantage
Experience
Proven experience working with Diesel powered vehicles / plant
Previous experience of rigging and de-rigging large scale technical facilities, cable rigging is desirable, but not essential
Knowledge & Skills
Proven ability to assess service condition of vehicles, plant and equipment, fault find and rectify problems where applicable
Good organisational skills
Good communication skills
Knowledge of Transport Law
Personal Qualities
Other
Why join the force behind the sport?
Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:
Private Healthcare scheme
Dental Care
4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
Free healthy snacks in our offices
Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development team
Discount on F1 merchandise
Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
Perkbox benefit portal and more
Division:
Technical
