Assistant Head of Engineering

Daytona Motorsport; Esher; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Daytona Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey, is seeking an Assistant Head of Engineering to lead the workshop, manage the engineering team, and maintain the kart fleet to high safety and performance standards.

The role is full-time and on-site, offering leadership growth and hands-on technical work, with responsibilities spanning safety compliance, stock control, and team supervision.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical experience (essential).
• Previous experience in a workshop or engineering environment.
• A team player with leadership potential or supervisory experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Confident communicator, able to work with different departments.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work under pressure.
• Must own tools (or be willing to acquire required tools).

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and performance of the kart fleet to high safety standards.
• Carry out servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure vehicles are available, reliable, and race-ready.
• Assist with parts ordering, stock management, and workshop organisation.
• Supervise and direct the engineering team; deputise for Head when required.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Leadership potential

Safety awareness

Team communication

Job description

Assistant Head of Engineering

Location: Daytona Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey
Department: Engineering
Reporting to: Head of Engineering / Venue Manager
Hours: Full‑time (flexible, including evenings and weekends)

Are you an experienced mechanic, vehicle technician, or workshop engineer ready to take the next step in your career? As Assistant Head of Engineering at Daytona Sandown Park, you'll play a key role in fleet maintenance, workshop operations, and engineering team leadership, helping ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance across our kart fleet.

Why Join Us

• Take the next step into a senior engineering position
• Work at a busy, fast‑paced outdoor motorsport venue
• Gain leadership experience managing and mentoring a team
• Hands‑on role combining technical and supervisory responsibility
• Be part of a professional environment focused on safety and performance
• Opportunity to develop within a leading karting business

About Daytona & Sandown Park

Daytona is the UK's leading karting operator, delivering one of the most authentic motorsport experiences available in arrive-and-drive karting. From championship-winning DMAX race karts and iconic endurance events to corporate experiences and junior driver development, Daytona provides unrivalled racing opportunities for drivers of all levels.

Daytona Sandown Park is a long-established outdoor karting venue operating in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Quality, consistency, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring every customer receives a safe, professional, and memorable experience.

The Role

As Assistant Head of Engineering, you will support the Head of Engineering in the day‑to‑day running of the workshop. You will help manage the engineering team, maintain the kart fleet to high standards, and ensure smooth, safe operations across the venue.

You will also step in to lead the department in the absence of the Head of Engineering, making this an ideal role for someone looking to progress into a senior engineering position.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Fleet Operations

• Support the maintenance and performance of the kart fleet to high safety standards
• Carry out servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance
• Ensure vehicles are available, reliable, and race‑ready
• Complete and maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

Workshop & Stock Control

• Assist with parts ordering, stock management, and workshop organisation
• Support planning of maintenance schedules and workload
• Ensure tools, equipment, and workshop areas are kept clean and organised

People & Team Support

• Support the supervision and day‑to‑day direction of the engineering team
• Allocate tasks and ensure work is completed to required standards
• Deputise for the Head of Engineering when required
• Promote a positive, safety‑focused team culture

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all health & safety procedures and company policies
• Ensure safe use of tools, equipment, and machineryMaintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the workshop
• Support safe and smooth delivery of all on‑track activity

What We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical experience (essential)
• Previous experience in a workshop or engineering environment
• A team player with leadership potential or supervisory experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Confident communicator, able to work with different departments
• Problem‑solving mindset and ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to own tools (or acquire required tools)
• Basic understanding of stock control or cost awareness (training provided)
• Must own tools (or be willing to acquire required ones)