NUMBER 2 MECHANIC

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

Job summary

A leading motorsport company is seeking enthusiastic and competent Number 2 Mechanics with previous high-level motorsport experience to support the maintenance and operation of LMP2 and GT3 race cars. Responsibilities include assisting the Number 1 Mechanic, engaging with the team during events, and ensuring high-quality standards. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of race car repair and previous experience in a motorsport role, and be confident with record-keeping and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and ability in all aspects of race car maintenance and repair, including composite and graphics repairs.
• Experience in a similar role in high level motorsport environment, e.g. F1, WEC, ELMS, DTM, FE, IMSA or IndyCar.

Responsibilities

• Support the Number 1 Mechanic in upkeep, maintenance, setup and running of LMP2 or GT3 race cars.
• Engage with your team at race and test events, promoting teamwork and effective communication.
• Identify and help resolve issues with car build, reliability or equipment that need attention.

Skills

Race car maintenance and repair knowledge

Confident use of Microsoft Office applications

Excellent record keeping abilities

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic and competent Number 2 Mechanics with previous high-level motorsport experience to work within our growing LMP2 and GT3 team.

Main responsibilities

• Support the Number 1 Mechanic in the upkeep, maintenance, setup and running of the company’s LMP2 or GT3 race cars
• Support the Number 1 Mechanic in the assembly, service, and operation of the race cars at the workshop and events worldwide consistently to the highest standards
• Follow engineering and technical procedures during the rebuild and preparation of the car whilst respecting agreed deadlines
• Engage with your team of mechanics at race and test events, promoting teamwork and effective communication
• Take an active role in the pit stop crew including identifying opportunities to improve pit stop routine or performance
• Component part numbering and component logging, to ensure accurate mileage records are kept
• Identify and help resolve issues with car build, reliability or equipment which need attention, service or repair
• Assist with the loading and unloading of trucks and freight both at an event and at the workshop
• Assist with setup and dismantling of the garage infrastructure on event
• Maintain a high level of presentation at both the workshop and at the track
• Other responsibilities when required within the engineering departments to assist the business

Essential requirements

• Knowledge and ability in all aspects of race car maintenance and repair, including composite and graphics repairs
• Confident use of Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent record keeping abilities
• Experience in a similar role in high level motorsport environment e.g. F1, WEC, ELMS, DTM, FE, IMSA or IndyCar