Summary
SailGP is one of the world’s fastest growing sports leagues combining cutting‑edge technology, elite performance, and spectacular global events. Our Wing Team plays a critical role in ensuring our high‑performance F50 racing boats are ready to deliver on the water.
We’re looking for technically skilled, hands‑on individuals to join the team in a unique dual role: working both onsite at our SailGP Technologies facility in Southampton and travelling worldwide as part of the SailGP Tour.
This is a great opportunity for someone with composite experience who wants to apply their skills in a fast‑paced, high‑performance sporting environment.
What you’ll do
- Assist in unpack of Workshop Containers in preparation for the event
- Completion of Wing Team’s daily job lists
- Carry out daily “sailing checks” for the programmed F50 sailing operations
- Carry out sign off procedures with Wing Team
- Assisting with regatta Tech Site set‑up and pack‑down as required by Tech HQ
- Discussion with HOD & 2iC regarding wing assembly requirements
- Maintain and update running rigging related order lists for part procurement
- Assist in procurement of required parts for upcoming events
- Assist HOD and 2iC regarding any issues arising from previous events and development looking forward
- Assist in planning and execution of ongoing maintenance upgrades on F50 and components
About you and experience
- Read and understand production drawings and follow part specifications precisely
- To build and assemble carbon fibre structural components with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Extensive practical knowledge in all areas of composite boat building including mould / pattern making, construction and assembly, trimming, fitting and bonding processes
- Laminating to a high standard in prepreg, wet lay up, secondary bonding and core bonding
- Skilled use of hand and power tools and confident use of table saw, band saw, chop saw, sanding wheels and other large equipment
- Confident to work independently and prioritise duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
- To ensure components and tooling are handled with care to prevent any form of damage
- Preparation of mould tools including set up, release coats / release films
- Provides advice and guidance within the role’s area of expertise
- Maintaining a safe, clean and tidy working environment at all times
- Some experience within composite assembly is essential
- Practical skills with tools, machinery, and hands‑on build/repair work
- Comfortable using computer software/systems
- A team player – personable, professional, and able to represent SailGP well
- Flexible and happy to travel extensively as part of a global sports tour
- A positive can‑do attitude: prepared to work hard and deliver, wherever needed
What we offer
- A rare opportunity to combine high‑end engineering with global sporting events
- Time split between the SailGP Technologies facility and international Tour events
- The chance to learn from industry experts and grow across multiple disciplines (hydraulics, machining, composites, and more)
- Be part of a world‑class team delivering one of the most exciting sports on the planet
Location
Southampton, UK with frequent international travel to SailGP Events.
SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.
