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.
Jobs duties will include:
Maintaining to the highest standards and preparing the PalmerSport event vehicle fleet
Conducting thorough inspections of our high-performance vehicles on the completion of our corporate events
Work with our Engineering team to determine the source of mechanical and electrical problems and work to solve issues efficiently and comprehensively
Complete job cards to a very high standard to detail a vehicle repair and service history
Report to the Workshop Supervisor with diagnosis and parts required to rectify
Complete diagnostic testing on the mechanical and electrical system
You will be / have:
A good understanding of mechanical engineering with a recognised qualification i.e. City and Guilds
Previous experience working with high performance / race spec vehicles
Any race team car preparation experience will be highly valued in this role
Full UK driving licence
A flexible attitude to working hours as there will be late finishes as well as evening and weekend working required in this role
Pride in your work and want to complete tasks to the best of your ability
A track record of meeting strict deadlines
In return PalmerSport offer:
Competitive pay + benefits
Up to 31 days holiday per year
Access to discounts via our MSV Hub
A pass for yourself and a friend to attend all events hosted at MSV circuits across the country
Discounted food and drink when working on site
A workplace pension
Free onsite parking
Training opportunities
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.
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