No. 2 Mechanic

Motorsport-Total.com GmbH; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Formula One team in the UK seeks a No 2 Mechanic to be responsible for building and maintaining race cars. Candidates should have proven experience and a strong knowledge of race car systems, ready to work under pressure. This role includes competitive benefits such as a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, and more.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private health care

Pension plan

On-site gym

Cycle-to-work scheme

Childcare benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Formula One or high-level motorsport.
• Strong understanding of operational procedures and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain car areas to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with engineering drawings and reports.
• Participate in pit stops and maintain professional standards.
• Travel to races and contribute to garage setups.

Skills

Experience as a race mechanic

Hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of race car systems

Ability to thrive under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

Are you passionate about high-performance engineering and want to work at the sharp end of motorsport? Join our elite Formula One Race Team as a No 2 Mechanic and play a pivotal role in delivering world‑class performance on track. As a No 2 Mechanic, you will be responsible for the build, maintenance, and performance of your allocated area of the car(s), ensuring everything is race‑ready to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain allocated car areas to precise specifications and deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with all build specification documentation, engineering drawings and car component allocations.
• Report technical issues to the No 1 Mechanic promptly.
• Participate in pit stops and training.
• Travel to all required races and test events.
• Contribute with the build and maintenance of pit equipment as allocated.
• Maintain professional standards in safety, communication, and documentation.
• Assist with garage setup and pack‑down at all events.
• Support the operational running of the race car as allocated.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven experience as a race mechanic in Formula One or high‑level motorsport is essential.
• Hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, trackside environment.
• Strong knowledge of race car systems and setup.
• Clear understanding of part allocations, engineering drawings, and operational procedure.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a proactive and professional approach.

About Aston Martin F1

Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting‑edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we’re seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high‑performing, collaborative team, you’ll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDSgroup childcare, cycle‑to‑work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on‑site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.

We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.

Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please share this in your application when asked.