Race Team Support Garage Technician

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is unique – on and off the track. We don’t follow the status quo and we’ve made a name for ourselves as the team who does things differently. You might’ve seen us on Netflix or know that we’re the only American-owned team on the Formula 1 grid, but we’re also more than that.

We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each staffed by passionate, loyal and hardworking advocates. At Haas, you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, an assortment of projects and plenty of hands-on experience while collaborating with some of the best minds in the world.

Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!

General Summary:

This position reports to the Race Team Operations Leader or his designee, located in Banbury, UK. This position forms part of the group of factory based garage technicians, responsible for the team and hospitality sea freight, air freight, road freight. The role supports all functions of race team operations when trackside including garage build and other duties as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.

• Ensuring all sea freight sets meet the correct content and compliance for shipment.

• Ensuring that all road, air, and sea freight is loaded safely and on time for transportation.

• Providing support during the turnaround process at factory of Sea freight equipment. Doing so will require a level of mechanical / electrical / IT aptitude showing a high level of attention to detail.

• When trackside you will report to Race Team Coordinator, and you will assume all roles of the race team garage technicians in the construction of the garage system and supporting roles during the race weekend in a safe and professional manner.

• Maintenance of all pit equipment in accordance with schedules and presentation standards.

• Responsibility for the cleanliness and condition of your work area, the garage, and all tools and equipment.

• Follow all safety regulations in all venues.

• Assumes any responsibilities and duties delegated by the Race Team Operations Leader or their designee.

Education and Work Experience:

• Ideally have some electrical experience with insulation of equipment

• Ideally have some mechanical project experience with repairs to equipment.

• GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required.

• 3 years of work experience in a professional motorsport’s environment is preferred.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to diagnose equipment faults and create solutions to solve associated issues.

• Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative where appropriate.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to overcome 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 skills whilst working through problems in a scientific and analytical way.

• Work well within a team environment with personnel at all levels.

• A sympathetic approach to your work colleagues and an ability to integrate within a group environment.

• A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help other is essential.

• Hold a valid Category B driving license.

Equipment and Applications:

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft office products (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Work Environment Physical Demands:

An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential. The role may require extensive domestic & international travel and a willingness to work long and flexible hours including weekends.

This position may require lifting to 50 pounds, repeated bending, squatting and manual dexterity. Fast-paced work environment requiring heavy mental demands. Work environment includes machinery, race cars, 7-post and other rigs, grinding debris, and hazardous fluids. All employees must ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety Policy, and all relevant other statutory Health and Safety legislation.

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, providing you with the tools to motivate and perform at your best. 

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 that offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. Working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is a highly rewarding experience, as you become a crucial member of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and striving for excellence in everything we do.

Join our team and make your passion your profession.

Notice

Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of MoneyGram Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years.  Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority  National Security Vetting (NSV) websitehttps://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.