Production Project Planner

Cadillac F1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic motorsport team in Silverstone is seeking a Production Project Planner to oversee the planning and execution of Formula 1 car production. Responsibilities include developing delivery schedules, coordinating with teams, and ensuring milestones are met. The ideal candidate has experience in a fast-paced engineering environment and is proficient with planning tools. Join us for a career that pushes boundaries and fosters innovation.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning within a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and capacity management.
• Excellent project management skills to manage complex timelines.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining production delivery schedules aligned with design milestones.
• Collaborating with teams to coordinate resources and capacity.
• Tracking progress and reporting project status to stakeholders.

Skills

Production planning experience

Manufacturing processes understanding

Project management skills

Communication skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Overview

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead. A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Closing Date: 19th September 2025

Our Production Delivery Department is seeking an experienced Production Project Planner to support the planning and execution of our Formula 1 car builds and in-season upgrades. This role is central to ensuring that production schedules are realistic, resources are in place, and key program milestones are achieved. Reporting to the Production Delivery Manager, you will work in close partnership with the Design Project Planner to create and maintain one integrated plan that connects design release schedules with production activities. Together, you will collaborate with Production Delivery leads, manufacturing teams, and build areas to align resources, manage dependencies, and drive the program forward.

• Developing and maintaining robust production delivery schedules fully aligned with design release milestones
• Working together with the Design Project Planner to ensure one integrated plan covering design through to production
• Collaborating with Production Delivery leads, manufacturing teams, and build areas to coordinate resources and capacity
• Tracking progress, highlighting risks, and reporting on project status to stakeholders
• Supporting workflow optimization and driving continuous improvement across production delivery processes
• Building strong cross-functional relationships to enable seamless delivery of cars and upgrades

What you need to bring to the team

• Proven experience in production planning within a fast-paced, high-performance engineering or motorsport environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, resource planning, and capacity management
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage complex timelines
• Proficient in planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to influence and align across departments
• A proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach to processes and workflows

A team like no other

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At The Cadillac Formula 1 Team, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.