GB4 No 1 Race Team Mechanic

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsports team in Telford is seeking a full-time Race Team Mechanic. The role involves maintaining and repairing racing vehicles to ensure they are race-ready. Candidates should have extensive experience in motorsport mechanics and strong teamwork skills. Flexibility to travel and work variable hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in motorsport mechanics.
• Advanced knowledge of racing vehicle mechanics and systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform all maintenance tasks for racing vehicles.
• Implement vehicle adjustments based on driver feedback.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues swiftly.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Technical Troubleshooting

Job description

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Pace Performance is a professional motorsports team based in Shropshire. Although we are a newcomer to the 2024 Ginetta Junior Championship, we possess the resources and expertise to outperform our strongest competitors. Our commitment is to set new standards and win.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a GB4 No 1 Race Team Mechanic located in Telford. The Race Team Mechanic will be responsible for day-to-day maintenance and repair of racing vehicles, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and working with heavy equipment. The mechanic will ensure that vehicles are race-ready and perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities:

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: Oversee and perform all maintenance tasks, including servicing, repairs, and overhauls, ensuring the vehicle meets the highest standards of race readiness.

Setup Adjustments: Implement precise vehicle adjustments based on driver feedback and telemetry data to optimize performance for varying race conditions and tracks.

Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues swiftly, utilizing a deep understanding of the vehicle's systems to make informed decisions under race pressures.

Collaboration and Communication: Maintain effective communication with engineers and the pit crew, ensuring alignment on vehicle status and strategic adjustments.

Operational Duties:

Experience: Extensive hands-on experience in motorsport mechanics, with a proven track record in a high-stakes racing environment.

Technical: Advanced knowledge of racing vehicle mechanics and systems, with specific skills in high-performance engines and drivetrains.

Physical Fitness: Robust physical condition to manage demanding tasks and long hours required by race schedules.

Teamwork and Leadership: Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, capable of managing and inspiring a dedicated team of mechanics.

Flexibility: Willingness to travel extensively and adapt to variable hours, including weekends and holidays, to support the team's racing schedule.