A great opportunity has arisen for a versatile and hardworking
Mechanic to join the PalmerSport team at Bedford Autodrome. This
hands-on role is based within the Engineering team and involves the
maintenance, preparation, and repair of our diverse fleet of
high-performance vehicles, consisting of McLaren Artura GT4s, Formula
3000 single-seaters, Ginetta G56s, bespoke JP-LMs, and Caterhams,
along with a range of event support and site maintenance vehicles.
The Engineering team at PalmerSport play a key role in ensuring
all vehicles are maintained to the highest standards of safety and
performance, enabling us to deliver market-leading motorsport events
for both retail and corporate guests. The role requires a strong
mechanical background, adaptability, and a proactive approach to
working in a fast-paced motorsport environment.</p>
Jobs duties will include:</strong></p>
Maintaining to the highest standards and preparing the PalmerSport
event vehicle fleet</li>
Conducting thorough inspections of our high-performance vehicles
on the completion of our corporate events</li>
Work with our Engineering team to determine the source of
mechanical and electrical problems and work to solve issues
efficiently and comprehensively</li>
Complete job cards to a very high standard to detail a vehicle
repair and service history</li>
Report to the Workshop Supervisor with diagnosis and parts
required to rectify</li>
Complete diagnostic testing on the mechanical and electrical system</li></ul>
You will be / have:</strong></p>
A good understanding of mechanical engineering with a recognised
qualification i.e. City and Guilds</li>
Previous experience working with high performance / race spec vehicles</li>
Any race team car preparation experience will be highly valued in
this role</li>
Full UK driving licence</li>
A flexible attitude to working hours as there will be late
finishes as well as evening and weekend working required in this role</li>
Pride in your work and want to complete tasks to the best of your ability</li>
A track record of meeting strict deadlines</li></ul>
In return PalmerSport offer:</strong></p>
Competitive pay + benefits</li>
Up to 31 days holiday per year</li>
Access to discounts via our MSV Hub</li>
A pass for yourself and a friend to attend all events hosted at
MSV circuits across the country</li>
Discounted food and drink when working on site</li>
A workplace pension</li>
Free onsite parking</li>
Training opportunities</li></ul>
This role is particularly well-suited to someone looking to settle
into a stable position without the demands of constant race weekend
travel. Based exclusively at Bedford Autodrome, you’ll benefit from a
consistent work location, regular hours, and the opportunity to become
a key part of a close-knit, experienced team. For skilled race
mechanics seeking a rewarding hands-on role within a professional
motorsport environment, without being on the road, this is a rare and
valuable opportunity. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a
team that values quality, reliability, and consistency, we’d love to
hear from you.</p>
To apply for the role of Mechanic at PalmerSport, please click the
apply button above and attach a copy of your CV and covering letter to
be considered.</p>
