Technical Coordinator
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
Biggin Hill, UK
In PersonWorkplace is in Biggin Hill; travel is not required.
Operations & LogisticsLogistics & Transportation
About the job
Requirements
- Experience managing administrative activities that require accuracy, organisation and strong attention to detail.
- Experience coordinating activities involving multiple stakeholders, deadlines or competing priorities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including analysing data, creating pivot tables, generating reports and maintaining accurate financial and operational records.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Outlook, to produce professional documentation, manage communications and support administrative processes.
- Experience maintaining accurate records, trackers or operational documentation.
- Experience communicating professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
- GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification.
- Awareness of motorsport-related activities and an interest in developing knowledge in this area.
- Strong planning and organisational skills to coordinate multiple activities, deadlines and stakeholders.
- Written and verbal communication skills to adapt to different audiences.
- Sound judgement and decision-making, including knowing when to escalate an issue.
- Attention to detail when maintaining records, inventory information, shipment documentation and administrative processes.
- Commercial and operational awareness.
- Ability to build productive working relationships with teams, suppliers, logistics providers and internal stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to use shared drives, calendars, trackers and internal business systems.
- Working knowledge of artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT or Claude to support basic administrative tasks.
- Ability to identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements that maintain quality and reliability.
- Willingness to develop an understanding of telemetry and hardware systems to support operational activities and communicate effectively with technical teams.
- Understanding of confidentiality, professional integrity, compliance and company procedures.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate telemetry support requirements for private tests, taking ownership of planning, preparation, execution and post-event follow-up activities.
- Act as the primary point of contact for teams during private-test support planning, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution.
- Provide financial reporting and forecasting support to the Head of Department.
- Review, document and continuously improve operational processes and procedures associated with the role.
- Manage hardware sales to teams, including preparing quotations, administering orders, coordinating deliveries and maintaining accurate records.
- Liaise with suppliers, logistics partners and internal stakeholders to support timely delivery of products and services.
- Maintain accurate inventory, shipment and tracking documentation to support effective hardware lifecycle management.
- Coordinate priority shipments of Return Material Authorisation hardware to and from Formula 1 events and operational locations worldwide.
- Input event data into the LifeCheck asset-tracking system and keep information updated in line with event schedules.
- Produce and maintain technical records, administrative reports and tracking documentation.
- Support preparation, configuration and deployment of hardware for events, private tests and customer requirements.
- Identify operational risks, escalate issues when appropriate and propose practical solutions.
- Respond to team and customer enquiries professionally and promptly while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
- Contribute to departmental projects and initiatives by conducting research and presenting findings.
- Complete activities in accordance with company procedures, confidentiality obligations, safety requirements and quality standards.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting technical equipment, hardware preparation or operational deployment activities.
- Exposure to logistics, inventory management, order administration or shipment coordination.
- Experience contributing to projects or reviewing and improving administrative processes.
- Experience using JIRA or a similar issue management platform.
- A degree, Higher National Diploma, Higher National Certificate or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.
- An A-level, BTEC or equivalent technical qualification supported by relevant practical experience.
About the company
Formula 1 holds the global rights to the Formula 1 motor-racing series and runs a 24-race calendar, coordinating engineering, broadcasting, logistics, security, event management, marketing, and more to deliver races and related entertainment worldwide. Its product is the live race events and the associated media and fan experiences produced by a large team handling on-track action, broadcasts, and behind-the-scenes operations with sustainable and accessible practices. It differentiates itself by controlling rights and operations at a global scale and coordinating a full ecosystem of partners and events to provide a consistent worldwide fan experience focused on sustainability and inclusion. Its goal is to grow the sport’s value while cutting environmental impact (Net Zero by 2030) and increasing access for fans and communities.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2006
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What believers are saying
- Liberty Media reported Q1 2026 revenue up 53% and Adjusted OIBDA up 102%.
- Formula 1 said 2026 live audiences grew, with F1 TV revenue rising 28%.
- March 2027 Hot Wheels and Intel activations extend F1 into gaming and retail.
What critics are saying
- On 2026-09-30, Traxion reported McLaren, Williams, and others exiting F1 Sim Racing.
- If esports teams keep withdrawing, F1 loses a youth acquisition channel and sponsor inventory.
- Replacing the official gaming program would signal strategic drift and weaken partner confidence by 2027.
What makes Formula 1 unique
- Formula 1 controls the premier global motorsport rights portfolio across 24 races in 2027.
- Liberty Media's F1 combines live racing, streaming, sponsorship, and premium hospitality monetization.
- F1's 2026 Madrid debut and 10 Sprint weekends deepen its unique event calendar.
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Benefits
- 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 trains stations near to Biggin Hill
- Free healthy snacks in our 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 our 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