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Heritage Mechanic- 1 Year Fixed Term

Silverstone, UK

Mercedes-Benz has been setting the standard in racing for over 100 years, and the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team continues the proud history of the legendary Silver Arrows.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Championship winning team within the Heritage department. As an integral part of a small team, this role is a fundamental pillar in preserving the history of our outstanding success.

A vacancy has arisen for a Heritage Mechanic, reporting to the Heritage Operations Manager.

You will work across multiple functions within our Formula One environment increasing your experience in building and supporting the department as we expand our heritage collection.

Key Accountabilities:

• Supporting Heritage car build operations

• Working meticulously in preparing and maintaining all Mercedes F1 cars to the highest standards.

• The desire to work and grow towards being a part of our trackside race team.

• To attend Mercedes Grand Prix events across all functions including TPC

• To work efficiently and proactively

• The ability to work with no supervision

• Representing the company and our partners to the highest standards adhering to all policies.

• Willingness to Work flexible hours at minimal notice to achieve deadlines.

• Willingness to work across specialist departments and digital areas to expand personal development

• The ability to support future apprentices across theory and practical work.

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as a mechanic within a motorsport setting – F1, F2, Formula E, WEC etc

• Good inter-personal skills & ability to communicate and work well within a team.

• Must be confident and outgoing and open in discussion.

• Must have a high drive and desire to succeed and work to the highest standards.

• Heritage operations will require you to show flexibility also willingness to learn on the job.

• Ability to continue learning and developing skill sets

• Highly self-motivated to progress in all aspects of the role.

• This is a physically demanding position.

• The desire to expand on your current foundations to become the best in the industry.

• Must be willing to listen and adopt professional working manner to the highest standards

• Proficient in Microsoft office and I.T.

• The ability to interpret Engineer level drawings

• Proficient in SAP systems

About us:

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.

Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical cover, lifeassuranceand 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.

Why us:

We believe that building a more inclusive and diverse culture helps us go faster and further.

From recruitment and building our future talent pipeline to internal communications and leadership training,we’rebuilding a team where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

Our aim is to attract, develop andretainexceptional people from all backgrounds, creating a workplace where all team members feel respected,supportedand able to fulfil their potential.

Your Application:

We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well assubmittinga cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.