Trackside Team Leader - Garage & Infrastructure

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team; Banbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier racing team in Banbury is seeking a Trackside Infrastructure Manager to oversee the build and setup of trackside infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and leadership skills, with experience in high-pressure environments. The role offers competitive rewards and the chance to work in a dynamic motorsport setting. Join us and make your passion your profession.

Benefits

Competitive bonuses

Health and wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams and in mechanical projects preferred.
• Work experience in a professional motorsport environment is a plus.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Promote teamwork and effective communications.
• Support the maintenance and upkeep of sea freight sets.
• Oversee Garage and Infrastructure teams' performance.

Skills

Ability to diagnose equipment faults and create solutions

Strong analytical skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Overview

2025 sees MoneyGram Haas F1 Team celebrate its tenth season in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. We’re here to challenge the competition and welcome you to join us. The first American Formula 1 team to compete since 1986, Haas F1 Team made a memorable points-scoring debut in 2016. Nine years later, the team continues to grow with its future objectives and a strong season to date. We are a racing team – not a corporate machine – with three HQs: Kannapolis (US), Banbury (UK) and Maranello (Italy). You’ll be involved in many areas of the team, gain visibility across the business, and see how your contribution matters. We learn from each other and value your input.

General Summary

This position reports to the Sea Freight Manager when based at the Banbury UK Factory and to the Trackside Operations Manager when working trackside. The role is responsible for the overall management of the build, setup, and quality of the trackside infrastructure, ensuring safe and smooth operation until handing over to the Trackside Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
• Support the Sea Freight Manager in the maintenance and upkeep of the sea freight sets when at the Factory.
• Support the Race Team Operations Manager on garage build plans, their planning, and adherence trackside during builds.
• Oversee the performance of the Garage and Infrastructure teams, ensuring targets, milestones and build quality are achieved trackside.
• Ensure the infrastructure is built consistently at each event and to the standard required by Haas F1 Team.
• Report any issues or faults during the build via existing processes to the Sea Freight Manager to trigger replacement parts, next-build work, or improvements.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of all equipment, tools, and workspaces.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager at location or their designee.

Education And Work Experience

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required. Ideally with experience in leading teams and in insulation and mechanical projects with equipment repairs. Work experience in a professional motorsport environment or other high-pressured industry or within the F1 paddock is preferred but not essential.

Specialized Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to diagnose equipment faults and create solutions.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Ability to follow complex regulations related to shipment of materials and facility maintenance requirements.
• Work to a consistently high standard in stressful and time-sensitive situations.
• Quick decision-making in a scientific and analytical approach.
• Team player across levels of personnel.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to integrate within a group environment.
• Can-do positive approach and willingness to help others.
• Hold a valid Category B driving license.

Equipment And Applications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Ability to work in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment with a methodical approach. The role may require extensive domestic and international travel and long, flexible hours including weekends. May require lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent bending and manual dexterity. The work environment includes machinery, race cars, 7-post rigs, grinding debris, and hazardous fluids. All employees must comply with the Company Health and Safety Policy and applicable health and safety laws.

Core Company Values

• Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of integrity in all actions.
• Innovation: Embrace and drive change through innovative solutions.
• Excellence: Strive for excellence in every aspect of work.
• Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment to achieve goals.
• Customer Focus: Prioritize the needs and satisfaction of customers and partners.
• Sustainability: Commit to sustainable practices and social responsibility.

Notice: This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager.

At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, we consider our employees our greatest asset. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. We value diversity and encourage our employees to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental to who we are as a company and a collective of colleagues. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world.

We look after our team with multiple rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs. If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, then working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit for you. Motorsport is a dynamic and exciting industry with opportunities for those willing to work hard and stay dedicated. Working here is a highly rewarding experience as you become a crucial member of a team pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Join our team and make your passion your profession.

Security Notice: Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful, we would support the NSV process. As a guideline, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further details are available on the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website: https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Security/Vetting/National-security-vetting/

If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful.