Junior Hydraulics Technician

Motorsport-Total.com GmbH; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport engineering company in Cockermouth seeks a Junior Hydraulics Technician to support the build and maintenance of high-performance hydraulic systems. This role offers practical experience in a fast-paced motorsport environment, with responsibilities including assembly, testing, and repair of hydraulic components. Candidates should have technician-level education and a solid understanding of hydraulic principles. The company offers a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Life assurance

Flexible working day

Company contributed pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Company healthcare plan

Qualifications

• Good understanding of hydraulic, mechanical and motorsport components.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and engineering principles.
• Previous workshop or garage experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the build, assembly, and testing of hydraulic components.
• Support fault-finding, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic assemblies.
• Prepare components for installation, testing, and inspection.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Technician level education

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

M-Sport UK is a world-leading motorsport engineering company responsible for designing, building, and running championship-winning rally cars. M-Sport UK operates at the cutting edge of engineering excellence in an environment where quality, precision, and reliability are critical.

We are now looking to recruit a Junior Hydraulics Technician to join our Hydraulics Department, supporting the build, testing and maintenance of high-performance hydraulics components and systems used across our motorsport programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career in motorsport and to develop hands‑on experience in a professional motorsport environment.

The role and responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the build, assembly, and testing of hydraulic components and systems.
• Supporting fault‑finding, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic assemblies.
• Preparing components for installation, testing, and inspection.
• Working to engineering drawings, build sheets, and quality standards.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment.
• Supporting experienced technicians with ongoing projects.

WHO WE’R LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a self‑motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude. The ideal candidate will be:

• Educated to a technician level, with a good understanding of hydraulic, mechanical and motorsport components.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of hydraulic and engineering principles.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Skilled in multitasking and prioritising workloads in a time sensitive environment.
• Excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for problem solving.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous workshop or garage experience (including college or apprenticeship projects).
• An understanding of motorsport environments or race car build processes.

WHY US

Operating a flourishing global motorsport business with state‑of‑the‑art facilities at home and winning performances around the globe, M‑Sport UK provide the engineering expertise behind an award‑winning range of competition cars and has become an industry leader with success across some of the industry’s most acclaimed motorsport series.

The drive to deliver championship‑winning machinery is what excites and strengthens our technical team; and our highly skilled team of Technicians and Engineers work closely through each phase of development to deliver maximum performance on the world stage.

We love what we do, and passion drives our success.

WHAT WE OFFER

Situated on the edge of the English Lake District National Park, M‑Sport UK is unique in offering the fast‑paced, high‑octane, adrenaline‑fuelled action expected from a career in International Motorsport mere minutes from the tranquillity of the Lakeland fells and all they have to offer in terms of recreation and wellbeing.

We also offer a range of employee benefits including: life assurance, a flexible working day, company contributed pension scheme, discounted gym membership, discount reward scheme, cycle to work scheme, company healthcare plan, long service awards, and an employee assistance programme. As well as a dedicated Work Culture Team with regular meetings, competitions and activities.

Closing Date: Friday 30th January

Job Reference: WHYD251215