ABOUT THE ROLE
Operating at the highest levels of international motorsport, M-Sport UK delivers programmes across the FIA World Rally Championship, Rally Raid and a variety of global customer racing activities. We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a skilled, organised and enthusiastic Tyre Controller to join our Operations team at our Dovenby Hall headquarters.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of M-Sport’s motorsport operations, supporting the management, preparation and control of tyres of our competition programmes. The role will involve working both from our Dovenby Hall headquarters and travelling to tests and events, supporting our teams in the UK and internationally.
The role responsibilities include:
Tyre Management: Manage the preparation, allocation, storage and movement of tyres for tests, events and workshop activities.
Event Support: Travel to motorsport tests and events, supporting the tyre operation and ensuring all required tyres are available and correctly allocated throughout the event.
Stock Control: Maintain accurate records of tyre stock, specifications, usage and movements, ensuring stock levels are monitored and maintained appropriately.
Tyre Preparation: Prepare tyres for use, including inspection, identification, labelling and ensuring tyres are ready for the relevant vehicle and event requirements.
Tyre Fitting & Removal: Support the fitting, removal and movement of tyres as required during tests and events, working closely with vehicle technicians and engineers.
Documentation: Maintain accurate tyre records, paperwork and documentation, ensuring information is recorded correctly and available to the relevant technical personnel.
Event Organisation: Work closely with the wider event team to ensure tyres are delivered to the correct location and available at the required time.
Quality & Condition: Inspect tyres for damage, wear and general condition, reporting any concerns and ensuring tyres are handled and stored in accordance with the required standards.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for a self-motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
Essential Criteria & Skills:
Motorsport & Automotive Interest: A genuine interest in motorsport with enthusiasm for working in a competition environment.
Organisation: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Practical Skills: Strong practical and hands-on skills, with the ability to carry out physical tasks.
Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to recording information, stock control and ensuring the correct tyres are prepared and allocated.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a busy event operations and events team.
Communication: Good verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across the business.
Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and extended hours when required to support tests and events.
Travel: Willingness and ability to travel regularly, including internationally as part of the role.
Preferred Experience:
Previous experience within motorsport, automotive, tyre fitting, vehicle preparation, logistics or a similar technical environment is desirable but not essential.
About the Company
WHY US
Operating a flourishing global motorsport business with state-of-the-art facilities at home and winning performances around the globe, M-Sport UK provide the engineering expertise behind an award-winning range of competition cars and has become an industry leader with success across some of the industry’s most acclaimed motorsport series.
The drive to deliver championship-winning performances is what excites and strengthens our team; and our dedicated operations team are at the core of everything we do – working closely to support all aspects of the business and deliver results on the world stage.
We love what we do, and passion drives our success.
WHAT WE OFFER
Situated on the edge of the English Lake District National Park, M-Sport UK is unique in offering the fast-paced, high-octane, adrenaline-fuelled action expected from a career in International Motorsport mere minutes from the tranquillity of the Lakeland fells and all they have to offer in terms of recreation and wellbeing.
We also offer a range of employee benefits including: life assurance, a flexible working day, company contributed pension scheme, discounted gym membership, discount reward scheme, cycle to work scheme, company healthcare plan, long service awards, and an employee assistance programme. As well as a dedicated Work Culture Team with regular meetings, competitions and activities.
Closing Date: Friday 6th November