Overview
Timing Solutions Ltd, one of the leading Motorsport timing and data companies in the world, is looking for a competent and enthusiastic Event Timing/Support Technician to hit the ground running. The ideal candidate will have a passion for motorsport and the following personal skills:
* Conscientious & self-motivated
* Attention to detail
* Excellent organisational and logistics skills
* Ability and willingness to travel to different locations
* Good team working and communication skills
* Able to manage the planning and organisation of their own workload, including prioritisation
Responsibilities
* Configure, monitor, and diagnose TSL custom timing and GPS software in real time and maintain 100% service delivery
* Understand all aspects of the timing data acquisition system and related hardware, including configuring all components
* Rig and de-rig the TSL timing and GPS systems at event
* Monitor, validate, edit live motorsport data with reference to the relevant sporting regulations per series
* Generate, validate, quality assure and publish the suite of timing results and data produced by the timing systems
* Be prepared to work in an outdoor environment
* Good fault finding skills on IT networks and cable systems
* Installation, testing and termination of coaxial cable and multi core twisted pair data cable used for loop and decoder data communications
* Competently install the timing loops
* Maintain a knowledge of CAN protocols and the on-car equipment that uses this communication
* Identify and help deliver continuous improvements to the service delivery function
* Support, monitor and assist in the administration and troubleshooting of IT services and systems including Microsoft technologies such as 365
* Ensure up to date documentation and accurate reporting as required
About You
* Motorsport and timekeeping experience preferred
* Previous live event operational experience
* Data analysis, ideally within a sporting event
* National Timekeeping Officiating License issued by an ASN (highly desirable)
* Experience with network-based equipment (PCs, routers, TCP/IP equipment)
* IT certifications are advantageous
* Flexible approach towards business requirements and timelines
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Ability to work in a team and take direction
* Experience in fault finding on electronic wiring systems
* Current UK/EU Driving License
* Experience in fault finding on CAN-based systems
Working Time / Benefits
The role is based at our Tamworth office with on-site work at race venues. Working times vary by agreement and may include weekend work. Off-site hours vary depending on requirements. A competitive salary to reflect on experience and qualifications. A company pension scheme is in operation and the successful candidate will also be entitled to private health care. A company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone will also be available for use on company business. A current full UK driving licence is required. All applicants must have eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. We are an equal opportunities company.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT System Training and Support
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