Federations & Governing Bodies
Electrician
Mid Level
Biggin Hill, United Kingdom
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
Formula 1's Race Engineering & Infrastructure team delivers the electrical systems that power world-class race and broadcast operations. The role supports both live event delivery and electrical projects, helping to ensure critical infrastructure is installed, commissioned, maintained and operated safely across some of the most demanding and high-profile environments in sport. Working closely with the Event Electrical Manager, internal stakeholders and external suppliers, the post holder supports electrical operations across Formula 1's Event Technical Centre and International Broadcast Compound, enabling reliable power solutions for race weekends globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of electrical systems across Formula 1's Event Technical Centre and International Broadcast Compound.
- Install, commission and monitor electrical distribution equipment and UPS systems.
- Oversee third-party suppliers responsible for the delivery and installation of power equipment.
- Carry out testing of electrical installations, maintain accurate testing records and support electrical compliance, testing and verification processes.
- Provide monitoring and standby support during broadcast operations.
- Ensure electrical activities are carried out in accordance with health and safety requirements and industry standards.
- Support the build, maintenance and development of electrical systems used across the wider business.
- Complete fixed wiring and bespoke installation activities, and interpret and produce basic electrical documentation, including single line diagrams.
- Carry out maintenance, inspection and portable appliance testing activities, and prepare electrical equipment and consumables for freight and event deployment.
- Provide delivery support across Event Energy Transition projects and support wider departmental activities, including race cover duties when required.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Self-motivated, proactive and capable of taking initiative.
- A strong problem solver with a practical approach to challenges.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.
- A clear and confident communicator.
- A collaborative team player who builds effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Reliable, professional and committed to delivering high-quality work.
- Industrial and commercial electrical installation experience.
- Experience working with temporary power systems within event, broadcast or similar operational environments.
- Experience carrying out electrical testing, installation and maintenance activities.
- Comfortable working across a combination of project work and operational support activities.
- Experience working safely within electrical compliance and regulatory frameworks.
- At least one of the following qualifications: Qualified Electrician status (NVQ Level 3, AM2 or equivalent), IET BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification, JIB Gold Card, Testing & Inspection 2391-52 qualification, BS7909 Temporary Power qualification, IPAF certification, Forklift licence
- Or full UK driving licence.
- A strong understanding of electrical regulations and equipment specifications.
Preferred Skills
- Generator commissioning and synchronisation experience.
- Knowledge of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Experience with PLC, SCADA or HMI systems.
- The ability to use AutoCAD and electrical design software.
- Experience supporting temporary power systems within major events or broadcast environments.
- Experience working with electrical monitoring and control systems.
Benefits & Perks
- Private Healthcare scheme.
- Dental Care.
- 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies.
- A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near to Biggin Hill.
- Free healthy snacks in offices.
- Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch.
- 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure.
- Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via the in-house Learning and Development team.
- Discount on F1 merchandise.
- Discount at F1's experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive.
- Perkbox benefit portal and more.
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