PalmerSport Mechanic

A great opportunity has arisen for a versatile and hardworking Mechanic to join the PalmerSport team at Bedford Autodrome. This hands-on role is based within the Engineering team and involves the maintenance, preparation, and repair of our diverse fleet of high-performance vehicles, consisting of McLaren Artura GT4s, Formula 3000 single-seaters, Ginetta G56s, bespoke JP-LMs, and Caterhams, along with a range of event support and site maintenance vehicles.

The Engineering team at PalmerSport play a key role in ensuring all vehicles are maintained to the highest standards of safety and performance, enabling us to deliver market-leading motorsport events for both retail and corporate guests. The role requires a strong mechanical background, adaptability, and a proactive approach to working in a fast-paced motorsport environment.

Jobs duties will include:

• Maintaining to the highest standards the PalmerSport event vehicle fleet and preparing vehicles for event days
• Conducting thorough inspections of our high-performance vehicles on the completion of our corporate events
• Work with our Engineering team to determine the source of mechanical and electrical problems and work to solve issues efficiently and comprehensively
• Complete job cards to a very high standard to detail a vehicle repair and service history
• Report to the Workshop Supervisor with diagnosis and parts required to rectify issues
• Complete diagnostic testing on the mechanical and electrical systems

You will have:

• A good understanding of mechanical engineering with a recognised qualification i.e. City and Guilds
• Previous experience working with high performance / race spec vehicles as any race team car preparation experience will be highly valued in this role
• Full UK driving licence
• A flexible attitude to working hours as there will be late finishes as well as evening and weekend working required in this role
• Pride in your work and want to complete tasks to the best of your ability
• A track record of meeting strict deadlines

In return PalmerSport offer:

• Competitive pay + benefits
• Up to 31 days holiday per year
• Access to discounts via our MSV Hub
• A pass for yourself and a friend to attend all events hosted at MSV circuits across the country
• Discounted food and drink when working on site
• A workplace pension
• Free onsite parking
• Training opportunities

This role is particularly well-suited to someone looking to settle into a stable position without the demands of constant race weekend travel. Based exclusively at Bedford Autodrome, you’ll benefit from a consistent work location, regular hours, and the opportunity to become a key part of a close-knit, experienced team. For skilled race mechanics seeking a rewarding hands-on role within a professional motorsport environment, without being on the road, this is a rare and valuable opportunity. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a team that values quality, reliability, and consistency, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply for the role of Mechanic at PalmerSport, please click the apply button and attach a copy of your CV and covering letter to be considered.