Event Support Technician

The company:

 

Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.

 

The position:

We are currently seeking to employ an Event Support Technician to join our Events Team here at Williams.

 

The role:

Working as part of Garage Event Support Team, responsible for loading, transportation, build, and operation of the event garage, both on time and to the highest standard. Assist in the operation, servicing and functionality checking of all garage equipment both at the Williams factory and at events around the world.

 

*In compliance with national Secure Freight Consigner conditions, five years’ continuous employment, education and/or training must be evidenced and ay gaps exceeding 28 days accounted for.  A criminal record check will also be carried out.  This will be explained in more detail during interview.

Core competencies:

  • Accountable for the loading/unloading of trucks and both air and sea freight as required for different events.

  • To participate in the preparation of the Pre-build and build and disassembly of the event garage and associated equipment.

  • Carry out maintenance and servicing of equipment as required, both at the Williams factory and at events.

  • Working with other team members to ensure the car, car equipment and garage are maintained and presented to the highest possible standards.

  • Working with other team members to support the operation of Formula One cars to stringent design and specification requirements.

  • Report any faults or issues with any equipment/components which may lead to a failure.

  • To attend race and any events as organised by the company.

  • Proactively assist the Garage Support Team Leader to ensure the workload is completed on time and to the correct standard.

  • Take part in race pit stop training and associated training programmes.

  • To form a good working relationship with the Garage Support Team Leader, Chief Mechanic and car crew.

  • Ensure that you are aware of, and comply with, and always promote the Company Health and safety requirements and policies.

  • HGV Licence, Electrical and mechanical experience is advantageous but not essential.

Application closing date:

All applications must have been received by 14th December 2022.

 

What can Williams offer?

 

The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.

 

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