Facilities Maintenance Technician

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team; Brackley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Formula One team in Brackley is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to handle daily maintenance tasks and repairs. Applicants should have proven experience in maintenance, excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to safety. The role includes working collaboratively in a multiskilled team and interacting with contractors. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus scheme and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

On-site gym

Subsidised restaurant

EV charging

Generous bonus scheme

Private medical cover

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven practical experience in general maintenance.
• Ability to apply technical skills effectively and confidently.
• Understanding of risk assessment processes and H&S guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily maintenance and building repairs.
• Uphold workplace safety through maintenance support.
• Represent the team ethos with a positive attitude.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technical skills

Job description

About the Role:

Roles and responsibilities will include;

• Proactively carrying out daily maintenance tasks and building fabric repairs under the management of the Facilities Maintenance Manager to achieve agreed standards as expected of a champion winning Formula One Team.
• Carrying out repairs and maintenance including re-lamping, ceiling repairs, wall & door/joinery repairs, carpet and flooring repairs, tiling, plumbing, helpdesk tasks, furniture churn, meeting room layouts and general repairs and housekeeping activities.
• Upholding and contributing to workplace safety through proactive and responsive maintenance support.

To be successful you will:

• Possess proven practical experience and a demonstrated ability to apply hands‑on technical skills effectively and confidently.
• Possess well‑rounded general maintenance skills with a practical and creative approach to solving problems and improving work quality and efficiency. Relevant experience may include carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and general building maintenance.
• Be able to represent the Mercedes‑AMG Petronas Formula One Team ethos and core values with a positive, can‑do attitude and excellent communications skills both verbally and written, building clear, respectful and inclusive relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a resourceful and logical approach to work, delivering high quality results in a timely manner with a “right first time” mindset, proactively recognising potential problems before they escalateto help prevent future maintenance issues and downtime.
• Be able to work effectively in a small, multiskilled facilities team that recognises and values the strengths of others and works collaboratively to achieve the department’s and organisations shared goals.
• Be proactive and self‑motivated with the ability, once trained, to confidently and independently assess and prioritise tasks whilst communicating with key departmental personnel to understand and respond to maintenance needs.
• Be confident using technology, having a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and be comfortable using computers and smartphones as part of daily tasks including responding to and logging maintenance reports and communicating with the wider team.
• Have an understanding of risk assessment processes, being able to identify potential hazards, think critically and apply safe working practices in line with H&S guidelines.
• Confidently interact with external contractors to coordinator repairs, ensuring work is carried out efficiently and to required standards.

Benefits:

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on‑site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on‑site parking with EV chargers available.

We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family‑friendly environment, employee well‑being programme and offer flexible working opportunities.

About us:

At the Mercedes‑AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.

Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.

Why us:

We believe that building a more inclusive and diverse culture helps us go faster and further.

From recruitment and building our future talent pipeline to internal communications and leadership training, we’re building a team where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

Our aim is to attract, develop and retain exceptional people from all backgrounds, creating a workplace where all team members feel respected, supported and able to fulfil their potential.

Your Application:

We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please note if you would like to include a cover letter please upload it with your CV as one PDF document. This role will be subject to a 5‑year background check and enhanced DBS check.