No 1 Mechanic

Fortescue Zero; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global racing team in Kidlington seeks an experienced No 1 Mechanic to manage test car and assembly activities, ensuring adherence to technical standards and schedules. The ideal candidate has prior experience with a racing team, excellent management skills and is proficient in Microsoft Office. This role offers a supportive environment, various benefits including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance, and encourages a proactive and positive work approach.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Aviva Pension

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Electric Car Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Medical Insurance

26 days holiday plus public holidays

Childcare Benefits

Free on-site gym access

Qualifications

• Operated as a #1 Mechanic at a race/rally team on a world stage.
• Experience in managing varying workloads effectively.
• Familiar with HV vehicle operating protocols is an advantage.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office suite (Excel, OneNote, Word).
• Possess a full UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Manage all test car and rig build activities according to technical documents.
• Ensure safety policies are adhered to trackside and at the factory.
• Record all test hardware usage consistently for accurate tracking.
• Responsible for test team pit equipment specifications.
• Record and report faults to design and engineering.
• Maintain a high standard of staff and department presentation.
• Work under initiative and promote a positive, proactive work ethic.

Skills

Experience as a #1 Mechanic

Management of varying workloads

Knowledge of HV vehicle operating protocols

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Accelerate Your Career

Jaguar TCS Racing is at the forefront of electric motorsport innovation, competing in the electrifying Formula E Championship. As part of the legendary Jaguar brand, our team is dedicated to pioneering advancements in electric vehicle technology, sustainability, and performance. With a rich heritage racing and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility, Jaguar TCS Racing combines passion, expertise, and cutting‑edge technology to compete at the highest levels of motorsport.

An opportunity has arisen for a No 1 Mechanic to join the Jaguar TCS Racing department in an exciting work environment.

About the role

To manage all test car and assembly build activities ensuring Technical Drawings and Bulletins are captured and adhered to, relevant spares are defined and available and that build schedules are followed. Provide trackside vehicle build and lead test mechanics group for all test events.

What you will do

• Manage all test car and rig build activities ensuring hardware is assembled correctly using Technical Drawings, Technical Bulletins and Build Specification documentation whilst ensuring agreed build schedules are adhered to.
• Ensure the Test team are adhering to defined HSE policy both trackside and at the factory to ensure safe running of the car at all times (safety checks, signage, PPE etc).
• In conjunction with the Parts Co‑ordinator, ensure all test hardware usage is captured accurately to allow for prompt recording in lifing software after every test / rig use.
• Test Team pit equipment responsibility. Ensure the test team pit equipment is available and at the correct spec, remaining race relevant for ease of transfer of info between race and test teams.
• Record / highlight faults to design and engineering as necessary.
• To build up and pack down garage / track setup environments as required.
• Assist in the packing of air freight / trucks as required.
• Champion workshop operation best practice. Set the example for junior and senior technicians alike.
• Assist in Identifying ways to improve the department and personnel performance.
• Maintain positive relationships with all other factory departments and company personnel.
• Maintainhigh standard ofstaff and department presentation.
• To be able to work under their own initiative when necessary.
• To have a ‘can do’ proactive attitude day in day out and proactively support others to compete their tasks.
• Complete tasks within agreed time frames.
• On occasion, work outside of ‘normal’ hours.
• To follow and actively enforce the company’s health and Safety policy

About you

• Previously operated as a #1 Mechanic at a race/rally team on a world stage
• Experience of managing varying workloads
• Familiar with HV vehicle operating protocols an advantage
• Confident with Microsoft Office suite (Excel / OneNote / Word)
• Full UK Driving License

What is in it for you?

• Bonus scheme
• Aviva Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Electric Car Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
• Childcare Benefits
• Free on‑site gym access and discounted national memberships

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.