Race Car Technician Diesel Motorsport Team

JR United Kingdom; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a champion racing team in South Yorkshire as a Race Car Technician. With a competitive salary up to £42K and excellent benefits, you'll work on high-performance vehicles and travel to major racing events across the UK and Europe. We seek passionate individuals with technical skills who thrive in high-pressure environments and can contribute to our legacy of excellence in motorsport engineering.

Benefits

Generous performance bonus scheme

Pension contribution

Tool allowance

Paid accommodation during race weekends

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3+ years in high-performance motorsport environments is essential.
• BMW/VAG knowledge is beneficial but not required.
• Background in competitive racing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, service, and maintain diesel-powered race cars.
• Lead and support technicians during race events.
• Diagnose issues and manage workshop logistics.

Skills

Motorsport engineering experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Ability to perform under pressure

UK driving licence

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09.07.2025

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Job Description:

Race Car Technician Diesel Motorsport Team

Location: S72 7FF

Hours: Target 42.5 hours/week

Weekend work and late nights may be required to meet unmovable deadlines

About the Role

Join our elite team of race mechanics in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Competitive salary of up to £42K, generous performance bonus scheme, and the thrill of trackside action await the right candidates. Work with cutting-edge technology on championship-winning vehicles and travel to prestigious racing circuits across the UK and Europe.

We're looking for passionate individuals with technical expertise and a drive for excellence. You'll be part of a world- class team where precision, attention to detail, and quick thinking are valued and rewarded. Full training and professional development opportunities available for promising talent.

Key Responsibilities

As a Race Car Technician, your duties will include:

Building, servicing, and maintaining our diesel-powered race cars to the highest standard.

Leading and supporting other technicians in the motorsport workshop and during race events.

Ensuring consistent build quality in line with technical documentation and race specifications.

Diagnosing issues and fitting non-standard or performance parts during prep and race conditions.

Managing workshop organisation and logistics for both pre- and post-race operations.

Keeping accurate technical records, including parts fitted, repairs carried out, and component changes.

Attending all race and test events, providing full trackside support and assistance.

Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless race weekend execution.

Maintaining a clean, organised, and professional workshop environment.

Required Skills and Experience

We value skills over qualifications. Motorsport engineering experience essential, with a minimum of 3 years working in high-performance environments. BMW/VAG knowledge beneficial but not required - your mechanical aptitude and passion for racing are what matter most. Must have UK driving licence and eligibility to work in UK/EU. A background in competitive racing environments and ability to perform under pressure will set you apart.

Salary range £36,000-£42,000 including bonus scheme based on 42.5 hours with opportunities for trackside action. Benefits package includes pension contribution, health insurance - REMOVE, tool allowance, and paid accommodation during race weekends. Flexible work arrangements between workshop and race venues, with the possibility for career advancement within our growing organization.

Our team values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who share our commitment to excellence. Join us and become part of a championship-winning legacy that continues to push the boundaries of motorsport engineering.