Heritage Hydraulic Component Assembly Technician

For almost 50 years, Williams F1 Team has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.  

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid. 

We are seeking a highly skilled Hydraulic Assembly Technician to join our Heritage team mainly working at our Grove headquarters with some requirements to work from the Witney site as needed.

This role is critical in supporting the build, service, and sign-off of hydraulic assemblies used across Heritage race, test, PR, and customer vehicles and rigs. You will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly & Service:

Build, strip, and service WF1 and customer hydraulic components, including PAS, BBW, dampers, gearchange actuation systems, valve blocks, and master cylinders.

• Quality & Compliance:

Ensure all assemblies meet Engineering and Manufacturing standards, maintaining exceptional levels of accuracy, reliability, and competitiveness.

• Inspection & Evaluation:

Critically assess components during build and disassembly, identifying faults and reporting issues promptly.

• Testing & Sign-off:

Operate pass-off and test rigs as required, ensuring all products meet required specifications before release.

• Collaboration:

Work closely with the Heritage Car Assembly & Planning Manager and support part coordination processes, including build and service pick lists.

• Continuous Improvement:

Identify and escalate quality or assembly issues and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

• Documentation:

Accurately maintain all build and component records within relevant systems.

• Workplace Standards:

Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with best practices.

Key Accountabilities

• Uphold and promote company values and behaviours.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and requirements.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the department.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and brand compliance.
• Deliver work to consistently high-quality standards while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure awareness and compliance with cost cap regulations.

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail with a zero-defect mindset
• High level of workmanship and adherence to standards
• Effective communication skills across all levels
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Consistent compliance with Health & Safety policies

This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience assembling complex hydraulic components within F1, motorsport, or aviation
• Strong computer literacy; experience with Atlas is beneficial
• Familiarity with Teamcenter PLM and CAD systems is desirable
• Understanding of component lifing systems
• Experience with ERP and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is advantageous

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Atlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.