Job Description

For almost 50 years, Williams F1 Team has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

To complete the preparation and on-time build of the Event Garage and all associated equipment. The Garage Technician (electrician) will work to build and assemble event and race equipment to the required specifications, whilst maintaining Williams Presentational Standards, both at events and at the Williams factory.

The Garage Technician (electrician) will proactively collaborate with different departments to report faults and ensure solutions are implemented in a timely manner. They will also play a pivotal role in team Pit Stops and driving performance wherever possible as part of this process.  

Operational Duties: 

• Attend Williams' UK sites, race and other Formula 1 events as required.
• Carry out the preparation, loading / unloading, build and disassembly of event equipment both prior to and during events, ensuring the equipment is built to the correct technical and presentational specification.
• Carry event operational roles and tasks as directed, tyre/wheel management, refuelling of F1 car etc. during race/test events.
• Install, test, and maintain garage systems, including electrical systems and equipment, across our event garage and pit lane setups.
• Ensure all wiring and systems meet the highest safety and technical standards
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults under time-critical conditions, both trackside and at HQ in Grove.
• Help to identify ways to improve Team operational performance.
• Work with the Race Logistics Manager, Event Logistics Manager and Chief Garage Technician to meet event targets and standards.
• To take part in race pit stops and associated training programs.
• Proactively support other to complete their assigned tasks.

Core Competencies: 

The Garage Technician (electrician) will consistently demonstrate the following behaviours and competencies: 

• An enthusiastic self-starter, with an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment 
• Self-sufficient, able to independently take responsibility for completing tasks and objectives 
• Experience in loading and securing valuable freight by land, sea and air 
• Previous motor sport experience as a garage technician is essential, ideally experience with either Tyres, Fuel or Electrical installation. 
• A team player who is comfortable working with internal and external entities. 
• Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours during events and peak times 
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across departments. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft office suite, Outlook, Excel & Word 
• Impeccable attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time. 

Key Accountabilities:  

Fulfil all organisational expectations, including but not limited to the following:  

• Understand and work in line with Williams Values & Behaviours, encouraging others to do the same. 
• Ensure understanding of and compliance with health and safety obligations. 
• Maintain personal high standards of behaviour and conduct, being a positive ambassador for the department. 
• Ensure you adhere to brand rules and maintain high standards of department presentation. 
• Work to quality standards and identify and contribute ways to continuously improve department and personal performance. 
• Ensure understanding of cost cap rules and requirements. 

This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.  

Qualifications

Core Competencies:

The Garage Electrician will consistently demonstrate the following behaviours and competencies:

• Possessing a nationally recognised electrical qualification.
• Previous motor sport experience as a garage electrician is preferred
• An enthusiastic self-starter, with an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-sufficient, able to independently take responsibility for completing tasks and objectives
• Experience in loading and securing valuable freight by land, sea and air
• A team player who is comfortable working with internal and external entities.
• Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours during events and peak times
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office suite, Outlook, Excel & Word
• Impeccable attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.

Additional Information

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Atlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.