The Karting Technical Manager oversees all technical matters related to Karting activities, acting as a project leader and driving the technical evolution of the discipline
The role involves managing regulations - including technical regulations tailored to address the specific needs of the energy transition - and homologation processes.
You will ensure that the pole implements all necessary action to meet the strategic objectives set by the FIA Karting department.
MISSIONS AND RESPONSABILITIES:
Technical Delegate
Attends all FIA Karting Championship Events as the CIK-FIA Technical Delegate and leads the team of CIK Scrutineers
Oversees all CIK-FIA technical/control equipment required for each FIA Karting Championship Event
Technical Regulations Management
Propose the strategic planning of future Technical and Sporting regulation
Manages the preparation and follow-up of the Commissions
Serves as the main point of contact for all technical inquiries/requests related to the Karting activities
Manages and participates in all CIK-FIA Karting Technical Working Groups and oversees and presents all reports and proposals to the CIK
Prepares and follows-up on Technical Regulations, and implements homologation procedures and technical inspections, including technical regulations tailored to address the specific needs of the energy transition
Manages the entire CIK-FIA homologation inspection process (dossier preparation, inspections; coordination with laboratories for testing; tyre track tests)
Global Karting plan
Contribute to the development of the FIA Spec chassis and FIA spec engines in line with the overall Global Karting plan.
Roadmap and R&D
Proposes a roadmap to develop technical regulations in motor sport that address the specific needs of the energy transition.
Collaborates closely with the Safety department to meet the objectives set by the CIK, driven by the requirements of the championships
Strategy
Contribute to the future of the championships by proposing ambitious and pragmatic technical solutions to fulfil the strategic and sporting vision of the FIA; in term of performance, sustainability, and cost
Proposes and supervises the operating budget for Karting technical and safety activities
PROFILE:
10 to 15 years of experience in motor sport, with a strong focus on karting activities
Strong English skills, both written and spoken
Proficiency in Italian and French is a plus
Strong knowledge of the motor sport environment and karting categories
Good knowledge of sporting and technical regulations
Ability to understand and engage with sporting matters
Interest in new technologies, including electrified vehicles and hydrogen-related technologies
Analytical and problem-solving approach
Availability and willingness to travel extensively
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