Retail Support Advisor

Volkswagen Group; Milton Heights; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company is seeking a Dyno Support Operator to join the Test Operations team in Milton Keynes. This role involves managing fluid inventory, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting testing operations. Candidates should have experience in fluid handling, mechanical aptitude, and relevant qualifications. The position offers competitive benefits, including bonuses, private healthcare, and an on-site gym. Flexibility in work hours is required to meet business demands.

Benefits

Bonuses

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage inventory and plan fluid deliveries.
• Understanding of fluids and their handling requirements.
• Basic mechanical understanding of fluid transfer systems.
• Familiarity with oil analysis would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of H&S protocols including COSHH.
• Valid forklift truck licence is beneficial.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office skills.
• Target orientated and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of fluids used in Test Operations.
• Coordinate deliveries and storage of fluids.
• Operate fluid monitoring equipment and report results.
• Manage consumable stock levels in the lab.
• Oversee waste fluid storage and disposal.
• Communicate with relevant areas for operations.
• Contribute to departmental efficiency.
• Provide flexible working hours and travel as needed.

Skills

Inventory management

Fluids handling

Basic mechanical aptitude

Oil analysis knowledge

Health and Safety protocols knowledge

Computer literacy

Target oriented work ethic

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Forklift truck

Job description

Overview

Red Bull Powertrains has an exciting opportunity to join our Test Operations team as we transition from building our team's first Power Units to refining them into a race‑ready package, all aimed at delivering the most competitive car on the 2026 Formula One grid. We are seeking a Dyno Support Operator to support driving the future of motorsport innovation. You will be based at our state‑of‑the‑art engineering and manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes, designed to produce high‑performance Power Units for the 2026 engine regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of all fluids used in Test Operations (fuels, oils, coolants), ensuring correct labelling, storage and compliance with safety regulations.
• Coordinate deliveries, collections and internal transport of fluids, including safe handling, connection/disconnection of barrels and stock management to support uninterrupted test operations.
• Operate oil analysis and fluid monitoring equipment, recording and reporting results to support test rig and component health assessments.
• Manage consumable stock levels in the oil analysis lab and ensure timely replenishment of essential testing supplies.
• Oversee the segregation, storage and disposal of waste fluids in compliance with environmental and hazardous waste regulations.
• Maintain an effective level of communication with all relevant areas such as engine build, engine strip and engineering.
• Contribute to the long‑term development and efficiency of the departments.
• Provide a flexible approach towards working hours which may include shift patterns and travel to support events in order to meet business demands as/when required.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage inventory, maintain tick levels, and plan fluid deliveries to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Sound understanding of fluids used for engine testing and their handling requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with an understanding of basic fluid transfer systems.
• Familiarity with oil analysis and fluid condition monitoring would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of H&S protocols, including COSHH, PPE and spill response.
• Valid forklift truck licence (beneficial).
• An apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 vocational qualification or higher in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering is preferable.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency.
• Target orientated working ethic and willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Bonuses
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On‑site gym
• Free daily food allowance