Regional Mechanical Engineer - Go-Kart

eRecruitSmart; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading go-karting operator in the UK seeks a Regional Mechanical Engineer to oversee engineering functions at multiple venues. Responsibilities include managing engineering teams, maintaining kart fleets, and ensuring health & safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have a background in motorsport and excellent communication skills. Salary ranges from £45,000 to £50,000 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience in motorsport or similar sectors.
• Ability to follow instructions effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and high standards of safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor engineering teams.
• Sourcing and provisioning karts and equipment.
• Maintain kart fleets and ensure health & safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical experience in motorsport or similar sectors

Ability to follow instructions effectively

Motivation and teamwork skills

Excellent communication skills

High standards of safety and maintenance

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Regional Mechanical Engineer - Go-Kart, Milton

Location: Milton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

19

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

We have an excellent opportunity for a Regional Mechanical Engineer to join the UK’s premier outdoor go-karting venue. This position will cover the Milton Keynes, Surrey, and Tamworth venues, so you must be able to reliably commute between these locations.

About the company

Our client has the fastest Arrive & Drive go-karts in the UK, with three premium outdoor circuits in Surrey, Milton Keynes, and Tamworth. They cater to beginners and enthusiasts, offering various race formats including 'Arrive & Drive' and public 'Open Races' with practice, qualifying, F1-style races, and podium finishes.

About the role

As a Regional Mechanical Engineer, you will oversee management, procurement, and maintenance of the engineering functions and kart fleets across the group. Your responsibilities include:

• Managing and monitoring engineering teams
• Sourcing and provisioning karts and equipment
• Maintaining kart fleets
• Liaising with suppliers
• Planning and managing budgets
• Recruiting and training engineering staff
• Ensuring health & safety compliance
• Carrying out risk assessments and maintaining records
• Overseeing logistics and equipment for events like F1 Pit Stop challenges

About you

To succeed, you should have:

• Mechanical experience in motorsport or similar sectors
• Ability to follow instructions effectively
• Motivation and teamwork skills
• Excellent communication skills
• High standards of safety and maintenance
• Reliable commuting ability between venues

Rewards

The role offers a salary of £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.