Academy Team – Chief Garage Technician

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Full time
Location: Hazel Grove
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Category:
The company: Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension. Are you ready to be at the forefront of our test team's success? We have an exciting opportunity for a

Garage Electrician

to join our new Academy team at Williams Racing. In this dynamic role, you'll be responsible for: Installing electrical systems

within the garage trackside.

Ensuring the safe operation

of all electrical equipment.

Supporting the Academy team

at Williams HQ and trackside.

Maintaining detailed records

of electrical tests, including installation checks and sign-off certificates.

Installing low-pressure air lines

and general upkeep of pit equipment and garage presentation.

This role also offers the thrilling chance to allocate up to

10% of your time to the F1 racing calendar

.

Your main responsibilities will be: Contribute towards electrical pit equipment projects, wiring, testing and maintenance.

Participate in the preparation of the Pre-build and build and disassembly of the event garage and associated equipment including the wiring of the 3-phase power and low-pressure air supply within the garage.

Carry out maintenance and servicing of electrical equipment as required, both at the Williams factory and at events.

Accountable for the loading/unloading of trucks and both air and sea freight as required for different events.

Working with other team members to ensure the car, car equipment and garage are maintained and presented to the highest possible standards.

Report any faults or issues with any equipment/components which may lead to a failure.

Attend any events as organised by the company.

Proactively assist the Academy Team Coordinator & Chief Mechanic to ensure the workload is completed on time and to the correct standard.

Form a good working relationship with the Academy Team & Race Team Garage Electricians.

Ensure that you are aware of, comply with, and always promote the Company Health and Safety requirements and policies.

Transport, build, and operate garage facilities at Academy, Test & Race events.

Maintain and present the garage at Academy events.

Manage assigned freight and equipment.

Assist in modification, servicing, and functionality checks of equipment.

Complete tasks within anticipated time frames.

Build up and pack down the garage environment.

Identify and implement improvements for the department.

HGV Licence and mechanical experience is advantageous but not essential.

We are looking for a Garage Electrician with the following skills and experience: Electrical Knowledge and Qualification needed, ideally qualified up to the 18th edition (BS7671:2018) and completed a full apprenticeship.

Good Electrical understanding and adherence to safe working practices.

Enthusiastic self-starter with collaborative skills.

Self-sufficient and responsible for task completion.

Previous motorsport experience as a garage technician, ideally in electrical installation, would be beneficial but not completely necessary.

Team player comfortable working with internal and external entities.

Flexible approach to working hours during events and peak times.

Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Impeccable attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects.

Experience in loading and securing valuable freight by land, sea, and air is beneficial.

*In compliance with national Secure Freight Consigner conditions, five years’ continuous employment, education and/or training must be evidenced and any gaps exceeding 28 days accounted for. A criminal record check will also be carried out. This will be explained in more detail during the interview. What can Williams offer? The Williams Group is based in a multi-acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoor boot camps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits, we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus. Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.

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