ASSISTANT HEAD OF ENGINEERING

HOURS: Full-time/Flexible - Applicants MUST be available to work evenings & weekends LOCATION: Esher, KT10 8AN

SALARY: £negotiable - based on previous experience

Our client Daytona Sandown Park is currently looking for their Head of Engineering for our 7-day operational business.

As the Assistant Head of Engineering, you will be required to assist the Head of Engineering to manage all engineering functions for the department in line with company policy/ guidelines. To oversee the safe and smooth running of the workshop. To deputise in the absence of the Head of Engineering

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST:

* Have mechanical experience within the corporate / race kart or motorsport sectors.

* Be flexible and able to work evenings & weekends in addition to weekdays.

* Be able to follow instruction quickly and effectively.

* Be highly motivated and work well in a team.

* Must have previous mechanical experience along with a thorough understanding of engineering principles.

* A thorough understanding of kart maintenance carried out to the required specification.

* To assist the head of engineering in managing correct staffing levels at all events.

* Confident in communicating with suppliers and colleagues across Group

* Previous experience within a Supervisory in order to manage a small team.

* Have excellent communication skills.

* Ensure that the karts are maintained to the highest standards of safety.

* Be able to work with minimum supervision.

* Have excellent problem-solving abilities quickly and efficiently.

* Ensure all paperwork is kept up to date on a daily basis within the required timescales.

* Have maintenance level mechanical and engineering experience.

* Applicants MUST have own tools and be willing to purchase any tools required to carry out daily maintenance on the karts.

* A basic concept of stock and budget control is essential; however, training will be provided.

Training will be given in all areas of the role. Flexibility with working hours is essential to meet company needs

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a CV and covering letter quoting job ref: AHOENGSP22

We look forward to hearing from you