Garage Technician - Tyres

Alpine; Enstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in the UK is seeking a dedicated team member to support race operations trackside with a focus on tyre management. Responsibilities include setting up the garage, leading logistics for equipment, and maintaining high standards of technical support. Ideal candidates should possess mechanical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and are expected to thrive under pressure. The role offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, fostering career development opportunities.

Benefits

BUPA medical and dental insurance

Private pension

Bonus scheme

Access to on-site gym

Training and mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A level of mechanical competency for maintenance and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up the garage for race weekends.
• Lead logistics for loading and unloading equipment.
• Conduct maintenance checks on garage equipment.
• Run tyres for drivers during race weekends.
• Provide technical support for garage equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Mechanical competency

IT software proficiency

Job description

The main purpose of this role is to support the Race Team operations trackside and assist in required race related tasks with a key focus on tyres.

Key Accountabilities

• Garage Set Up – prepare and set up the garage area for race weekends ahead of car build.
• Logistics – lead with the other Garage Technicians the loading and unloading of both air freight at flyaway events and trucks in Europe.
• Equipment maintenance – conduct regular maintenance checks on all garage equipment, to ensure they are in perfect working order. Maintain and develop the equipment used to build rims and run tyres.
• Support Team operations – run tyres for one driver on a race weekend whilst supporting the other Garage Technicians in day-to-day jobs.
• Technical Support – provide technical support to the team, troubleshooting and resolving any issues with garage equipment promptly.
• Health and Safety Compliance – adhere to and enforce all health and safety regulations within the garage, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively, working unsociable hours including weekends and holidays.
• A level of mechanical competency to be able to carry out maintenance and assembly of rims.
• Be able to use IT software to build tyres and rims electronically in our lifting system.

Personal Attributes

• Self‑motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and delivering high‑quality support and solutions to crucial deadlines.
• Collaborative team player.
• A can‑do positive approach and a willingness to help others is essential.
• HGV license is preferable but not necessary.

Our Offer to You

What we offer our employees for their commitment to the team is not only a very competitive salary, but also an excellent suite of benefits including BUPA medical and dental, a private pension, bonus scheme and many more. We are located in the Cotswolds and, in addition to having a new state‑of‑the‑art gym built on site, we also have access to other benefits and discounts in the local area. We are committed to career development and provide training and mentoring opportunities for our colleagues.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Alpine Racing strives to be diverse and inclusive, a place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to making a consistent, top‑down effort to be role‑models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.