Job Description
Number 1 Mechanic
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
• Report into workshop manager/MD on a day to day to basis.
• Responsible for all aspects of the car race journey, from workshop to circuit
• Effective time management of the team for all assigned projects
• Represent the brand at client-facing events, such as testing, racing and rally events, demonstrating Pursuit’s modern, forward-thinking and visionary approach to historic motorsport.
• Work within budgets and timeframes as agreed with the workshop manager/MD, escalating concerns in a timely manner.
• Overall responsibility for assembly and technical management of all aspects of the car.
• Carry out vehicle maintenance and repair work in accordance with technical procedures and at an exceptionally high standard.
• Ensure vehicles are kept clean and presentable.
• Responsible for all car paperwork journey up to and including submission to Accounts.
• Update of the labour sheet through projects, ensuring accuracy.
• Ensure all documents are completed and submitted between each race before the car goes to the event and during each event.
• Train and develop the mechanic 2, trainee and junior demonstrating the accurate completion of tasks.
• Ensure pack boxes are complete and cleaned down in between each race. Look after and maintain and equipment in the workshop.
• Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health and Safety Regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards and all other Company policies and procedures
• Ensure the general cleanliness and organisation of the workshop, dedicating time to maintaining the modern presentation of the space
• Uphold and champion Company values taking personal pride in the flawless execution of required duties.
• Champion the importance and implication of maintaining high levels of client satisfaction and ensure that they are met at all times both at events and in the workshop.
• Operate equipment and carry out all duties in a safe, measured manner, supervising the junior team on any unknown equipment
• Assist management with the introduction of new methods of work designed to improve efficiency.
• Support Pursuit’s drive for inclusiveness and transparency in the workplace
• Ensure when out in Company vehicles your driving in a respectful manor and if towing all the necessary documents have been completed before setting off.
• Manage the start and finish process of a car’s journey in the workshop liaising with Chief Technician and Parts Coordinator. Corresponding with the right person on the job or question.
• Report any issue or unforeseen problems to the Chief Technician outside the agreed budget.
REQUIREMENTS
• Full clean UK driving license and ability to tow
• 7+ year of Historic but mainly Modern era historic 2000s + in GT and LMP
• Exercises substantial initiative / judgement in working methods.
• Works independently and is reviewed infrequently with minimal supervision.
• Advanced skills and knowledge of:
o Fibreglassing
o Fabrication
o Welding
o Tools and equipment for assigned cars
o Diagnostic tools for assigned cars
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of identifying hose fitting, adapters and thread sizes using a vernier calipers and thread gauges.
• Undertake continuous professional development