Garage and Infrastructure Technician in Banbury

TGR Haas F1 Team has been a stalwart of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship over the past decade. With more than 200 grand prix starts to our name, we pride ourselves on being an ambitious challenger within Formula 1 - and we want you to be part of that journey.

The first American Formula 1 team to compete in the sport since 1986, TGR Haas F1 Team made an immediate impression with a memorable points-scoring debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Ten years later, the team is still building momentum, guided by clear objectives and technical partnerships, and fresh from securing its second biggest points haul in a Formula 1 season.

We’re a racing team – not a corporate machine. We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each powered by passionate, loyal and hardworking team ambassadors. At TGR Haas F1 Team, you’ll gain exposure to many areas of the business, enjoy wider visibility, and clearly see your contributions.

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

General Summary

This position reports to the Sea Freight Manager or their designee; is located in Banbury, UK. When Trackside this position reports to the Trackside Operations Manager with the primary responsibility to build, setup, and dismantle the trackside infrastructure, as well as overseeing the safe and compliant loading and unloading of sea, air, and road freight. When at the factory the primary responsibility is the unloading and loading, maintenance and service of the team’s sea freight kits ensuring they are complete, compliant, in good working order and satisfying the teams expectations. This, along with the safe and compliant loading and unloading of the Air and Road Freight. The role is key to the smooth running of the team’s operations at all venues.

Key Responsibilities

• Trackside
• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
• Help in the unloading in a safe and compliant way of the sea freight.
• Construct and maintain the garage infrastructure system to a standard expected by the team.
• Help in loading / unloading of the Air and Road Freight.
• Take on support roles during the race weekend in a safe and professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned by the Trackside Operations Manager or their designee.
• Factory
• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
• Service, maintain, build, test, repair of the team’s sea freight kits before packing them up and sending them onwards to its next race weekend.
• Help in loading / unloading of the Air freight and Road Freight trucks.
• Take on support roles while at the factory in a safe and professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned by the Sea Freight Manager or their designee.
• Other key responsibilities
• 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 both at factory and trackside.
• Follow all safety regulations in all venues.

Education and Work Experience

• GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required. Ideally with experience with insulation and mechanical projects with repairs to equipment.
• Work Experience in a professional motorsport environment or other high-pressured industry is preferred but not essential.

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 others 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 will require extensive domestic and 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.

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 collective goals.
• Customer Focus: Prioritize the needs and satisfaction of customers and partners.
• Sustainability: Commit to sustainable practices and social responsibility.

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 TGR 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 TGR 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 TGR 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 TGR 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) website.

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.