Chief Mechanic - Race Support Team
Location
Enstone, England, United Kingdom
Department
Management and Manufacturing
Job Type
Full-Time
Experience
Mid-Senior Level
Job Description
Join our passionate and dedicated team as we push the boundaries of excellence in our bid for championship wins. We're on the lookout for driven individuals ready to make a significant impact across the team.
We have a unique opportunity within our Race Support Team as a Chief Mechanic. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel and be part of all the Race Support Team calendar events. If you have a passion for motorsport and a relentless drive to succeed, we want to hear from you!
As Chief Mechanic – Race Support Team, You Will
Lead and manage a team of skilled mechanics in the preparation, build, and maintenance of Formula 1 cars for testing and promotional events.
Collaborate closely with engineering, logistics, and race teams to ensure seamless integration of technical updates and event readiness.
Oversee garage operations during non-race events, ensuring all procedures meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Be a key contributor to continuous improvement initiatives, driving innovation in build processes and component reliability.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in a senior mechanic or chief mechanic role within a top-tier motorsport environment (F1, WEC, FE, etc.).
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
Deep technical knowledge of F1 car systems, build specifications, and garage operations.
Strong problem-solving mindset and the ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and international events.
Desirable Skills
The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of all aspects of building/maintaining an F1 car in a high-level motorsport environment. They will be highly organised, an excellent team player with a passion for working for a team with championship winning ambitions. Experience with hybrid power units and high-voltage systems.
Familiarity with FIA regulations and compliance procedures.
Proficiency in using team-based software tools for build tracking and reporting.
Why Join Us?
What we offer our employees for their commitment to the team is not only a very competitive salary, but also an excellent suite of benefits including BUPA medical and dental, private pension, bonus scheme and many more. We are located in the Cotswolds and as well as having a new state of the art gym on site, we also have access to other benefits and discounts in the local area. We are committed to career development and provide training and mentoring opportunities for our colleagues.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Alpine Racing strives to be diverse and inclusive, a place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to making a consistent, top down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.
We have a unique opportunity within our Race Support Team as a Chief Mechanic. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel and be part of all the Race Support Team calendar events. If you have a passion for motorsport and a relentless drive to succeed, we want to hear from you!
As Chief Mechanic – Race Support Team, You Will
Lead and manage a team of skilled mechanics in the preparation, build, and maintenance of Formula 1 cars for testing and promotional events.
Collaborate closely with engineering, logistics, and race teams to ensure seamless integration of technical updates and event readiness.
Oversee garage operations during non-race events, ensuring all procedures meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Be a key contributor to continuous improvement initiatives, driving innovation in build processes and component reliability.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in a senior mechanic or chief mechanic role within a top-tier motorsport environment (F1, WEC, FE, etc.).
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
Deep technical knowledge of F1 car systems, build specifications, and garage operations.
Strong problem-solving mindset and the ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and international events.
Desirable Skills
The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of all aspects of building/maintaining an F1 car in a high-level motorsport environment. They will be highly organised, an excellent team player with a passion for working for a team with championship winning ambitions. Experience with hybrid power units and high-voltage systems.
Familiarity with FIA regulations and compliance procedures.
Proficiency in using team-based software tools for build tracking and reporting.
Why Join Us?
What we offer our employees for their commitment to the team is not only a very competitive salary, but also an excellent suite of benefits including BUPA medical and dental, private pension, bonus scheme and many more. We are located in the Cotswolds and as well as having a new state of the art gym on site, we also have access to other benefits and discounts in the local area. We are committed to career development and provide training and mentoring opportunities for our colleagues.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Alpine Racing strives to be diverse and inclusive, a place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to making a consistent, top down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.