Heritage Technician
Silverstone, UK
At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.
Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.
Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.
About the Role:
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Heritage Technician to join our Heritage Team. You will be responsible for working across multiple functions within our Formula One environment to ensure our Heritage cars are built and preserved in their agreed specification.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Working meticulously in preparing and maintaining all Mercedes F1 cars to the highest standards
Actively assisting with Heritage, Demo, and Race Team activities.
Supporting with Heritage car build operations.
Travelling worldwide supporting F1 associated events.
Working alongside our Parts Administrator to compile the extensive archive of F1 components past and present.
Representing the company and our partners to the highest standards.
What we are looking for:
An enthusiastic individual eager to learn on the job and develop towards being part of our trackside race team.
Flexibility in hours and approach is required, along with a ‘can do’ attitude in a physically demanding position.
Good inter-personal skills and an effective communicator with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
Demonstrable experience working both independently and within a highly collaborative team.
Mechanical experience in a single seater racing or high-level motorsport is desirable.
Must have proven experience and competence using hand tools and measuring equipment.
Have the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
Experience in PU integration and hydraulic systems is desirable.
Experience in SAP and lifing systems is desirable.
Experience in Build systems is desirable.
Proficient knowledge in Microsoft office and I.T would be an advantage.
Attention to detail is a must along with a high drive and desire to succeed in the role.
Benefits:
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.
We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment, employee well-being programme and offer flexible working opportunities.
Why us:
At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.
Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.
Your application:
We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please note if you would like to include a cover letter please upload it with your CV as one PDF document
