No1 Mechanic

Job Title: No.1 Mechanic

Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Full-time
Reports To: Chief Mechanic / Team Manager / Workshop Manager

The No.1 Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the preparation, maintenance, and setup of competition or high-performance vehicles. This includes managing a small team of mechanics, ensuring quality control, and working closely with engineers and team management to deliver optimal performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the assembly, setup, and maintenance of the company's Race cars to the highest standards.

• Take ownership of a designated car, ensuring it is prepared to spec and race-ready.

• Manage and delegate tasks to junior mechanics (No.2s, No.3s) while ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

• Perform fault diagnosis and repairs under tight time constraints during events and test sessions.

• Maintain detailed build sheets, setup sheets, and maintenance logs.

• Ensure compliance with technical regulations and team standards.

• Liaise with engineers and technical directors to implement setup changes and upgrades.

• Organise spare parts and equipment required for testing and racing.

• Travel to race and test events globally as needed.

• Uphold health and safety standards in the workshop and at the track.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven 5 years experience in a motorsport or high-performance automotive role.

• LMP2 / GT3 experience as a Number 1 mechanic for a minimum of two years

• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with vehicle assembly, suspension, braking and systems integration.

• Leadership and team coordination skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.

• Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.

• Full, clean driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience with data systems and excellent record keeping abilties

• Knowledge of specific motorsport series regulations

Personal Attributes:

• High attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

• Excellent communication and computer skills.

• Proactive and solution-focused mindset.

• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

• Strong organisational skills.

To apply please reach out to Flo on the Automotive team.