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Job Title: No.1 Mechanic
Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Full-time
Reports To: Chief Mechanic / Team Manager / Workshop Manager
The No.1 Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the preparation, maintenance, and setup of competition or high-performance vehicles. This includes managing a small team of mechanics, ensuring quality control, and working closely with engineers and team management to deliver optimal performance and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise the assembly, setup, and maintenance of the company's Race cars to the highest standards.
Take ownership of a designated car, ensuring it is prepared to spec and race-ready.
Manage and delegate tasks to junior mechanics (No.2s, No.3s) while ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
Perform fault diagnosis and repairs under tight time constraints during events and test sessions.
Maintain detailed build sheets, setup sheets, and maintenance logs.
Ensure compliance with technical regulations and team standards.
Liaise with engineers and technical directors to implement setup changes and upgrades.
Organise spare parts and equipment required for testing and racing.
Travel to race and test events globally as needed.
Uphold health and safety standards in the workshop and at the track.
Requirements:
Essential:
Proven 5 years experience in a motorsport or high-performance automotive role.
LMP2 / GT3 experience as a Number 1 mechanic for a minimum of two years
Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with vehicle assembly, suspension, braking and systems integration.
Leadership and team coordination skills.
Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.
Full, clean driving licence.
Desirable:
Experience with data systems and excellent record keeping abilties
Knowledge of specific motorsport series regulations
Personal Attributes:
High attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
Excellent communication and computer skills.
Proactive and solution-focused mindset.
Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
Strong organisational skills.
To apply please reach out to Flo on the Automotive team
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