No2 Mechanic

West Sussex.info; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 31 days holiday

Staff event access pass

Discounts at MSV hub

Free parking

Job summary

Brands Hatch is seeking a No2 Mechanic to join the Engineering team. You will assist with maintenance of our fleet of high-performance single seater race cars, 4x4s, Caterhams and rally specced Toyota GT86s for retail and corporate events.

Role involves inspections, ensuring correct specifications, problem diagnosis with the Engineering team, and large-scale rebuilds. Paperwork, vehicle cleaning, workshop upkeep, and safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of mechanical engineering; City & Guilds or Level 3 equivalent
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to work weekends on rota

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspections and maintenance of high-performance vehicles used for corporate and retail events
• Ensure vehicles are maintained to correct specifications
• Collaborate with Engineering to diagnose machinery problems and implement solutions
• Contribute to large scale rebuilds with the Engineering team
• Complete paperwork in accordance with procedures
• Clean vehicles and keep workshop neat and presentable
• Help maintain Health and Safety compliance at the site

Skills

Race car maintenance

Mechanical basics

Education

City & Guilds / Level 3

Job description

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A great opportunity has arisen for a versatile and hardworking No2 Mechanic to join the Engineering team at Brands Hatch. This role will involve working within a small team, assisting with maintenance our fleet of high performance single seater race cars, 4x4's, Caterhams and Rally specced Toyota GT86s as well as a whole host of site maintenance vehicles, to ensure we deliver market leading retail and corporate motor racing events.

Jobs duties will include:

• Assisting the team conducting thorough inspections and maintenance of our high-performance vehicles used for our corporate and retail events
• Ensuring that all vehicles are maintained to the correct specification
• Working with our Engineering team to determine the source of machinery problems and work to solve issues efficiently
• Working as part of our wider Engineering team to complete large scale rebuilds
• Ensuring that any paperwork is processed in accordance with the correct procedures
• Cleaning of vehicles inside and out so they are presented back for use in pristine condition after any work on them is complete
• Ensuring the workshop is clean and properly maintained at all times
• Being aware of, and ensuring compliance with, all relevant Health and Safety acts and guidance

You will have:

• A good understanding of mechanical engineering either already with or working towards a recognised qualification i.e. City and Guilds or a Level 3 equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence
• Pride in your work and want to complete tasks to the best of your ability
• A track record of meeting strict deadlines
• Willingness to work weekends as part of a rota

In return MSV offer:

• Up to 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Access to our MSV Hub platform, giving you access to discounts at 100s of shops across the UK.
• Discounted food and drink when working on site
• A staff pass allowing access for yourself and a guest to attend events at all MSV circuits (including BTCC & BSB)
• Access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing services
• Training opportunitiesFree parking

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a unique environment with high performance race cars, without the requirement of travelling. Due to our location and duties within the role, you do require a full UK driving licence to apply.

To fit around college commitments, we are happy to consider applicants currently studying Level 3 Motorsport Engineering. The role can begin on a part-time basis alongside your studies, with the opportunity to progress to full-time once you have completed your course.

To apply for the No2 Mechanic position here at Brands Hatch, please click the ‘Apply Here’ button below to begin our application process.