Composites Technician - Trim and Assembly (Nights)

Atlassian Williams F1 Team; Grove; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams F1 Team is seeking a Composite Trimmer / Fitter Technician to take carbon fibre parts from raw moulding to race-ready assemblies, trimming, fitting and bonding to tolerances measured in fractions of a millimetre.

You will trim to drawings, assemble bonded components, inspect finished parts, and keep work areas clean and safe under 5S/LEAN principles, while collaborating across departments to hit production targets on the night shift.

Qualifications

• Proven trimming and assembly experience, preferably in high-precision environments.
• Solid understanding of adhesive specifications and their properties.
• Knowledge of surface preparation methods for composite bonding.
• Proficiency in composite repair techniques.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine team ethic.
• A quality-first mindset with the ability to manage workload and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Trim composite material to engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Fit composite components for bonded assemblies.
• Bond and assemble components per company procedures.
• Carrying out composite repairs using approved techniques.
• Self-inspect finished parts for conformance to drawings.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve quality and throughput.
• Maintain clean, organized and safe work area following 5S/LEAN.
• Follow data capture processes to stay compliant with regulations.

Skills

Trimming

Assembly

Adhesive knowledge

Surface preparation

Composite repair

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Every component on a Williams F1 car has to be right first time. As a Composite Trimmer / Fitter Technician, you will be the person who takes carbon fibre parts from raw moulding to race ready, trimming, fitting and bonding to tolerances measured in fractions of a millimetre. If precision is second nature to you and you want to see your work on the grid, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Trimming composite material using specialised hand and power tools, working to dimensions and tolerances from engineering drawings.
• Fitting composite components ready for bonded assemblies.
• Bonding and assembling composite components in line with company procedures and standards.
• Carrying out composite repairs, such as filling voids or repairing damage, using appropriate repair techniques.
• Self-inspecting finished parts to guarantee conformance to stringent engineering drawings and procedures.
• Working closely with other departments to optimise workflow, meet production targets and continuously improve component quality.
• Keeping your work area clean, organised and safe, in line with 5S and LEAN principles.
• Following data capturing processes to stay compliant with regulations.

This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.

Shift

This role operates on night shift, Monday to Thursday, working 18:15 to 04.45.

Company Description

For almost 50 years, Williams F1 Team has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

Qualifications

Proven experience in trimming and assembly experience, ideally gained in Formula 1 or another high precision motorsport manufacturing environment.

Confidence trimming composite components to precise dimensions.

A solid understanding of adhesive specifications and their properties.

Knowledge of a range of surface preparation methods for composite bonding.

Proficiency in composite repair techniques.

Strong communication skills and a genuine team ethic, working well with colleagues across composites and beyond.

A quality first mindset, with the discipline to manage your own workload and hit deadlines.

Additional Information

Atlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.