Logistics Assistant

Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?
At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.
Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a Logistics Assistant to join our Freight and Distribution team. Reporting into our Logistics Manager, this role will support the efficient planning, coordination, and execution of transport and logistics operations, including van driving, route planning, vehicle maintenance, alongside container & equipment storage, maintenance & loading. Crucially, this role ensures timely and compliant movement of goods and equipment across domestic and international routes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Transport Operations
Drive company vans for scheduled and ad-hoc deliveries and collections
Contribute towards the planning of transport & freight movements
Coordinate ad-hoc transport bookings and movements as required
Fleet and Vehicle Management
Monitor and schedule vehicle and plant maintenance to ensure operational readiness
Ensure vehicle compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Order fuel and manage toll payments for domestic routes
Container and Equipment Handling
Ensure storage facilities and operational areas are maintained and organised
Assist with container refurbishment and refresh activities (e.g., relabelling, cleaning, tidying & repairs)
Position containers for operational access or storage, ensuring readiness for loading/unloading
Assist with loading/unloading of stillages and pallets and general freight preparation
Operate forklifts as trained in compliance with H&S requirements and regulations
Report any damages to equipment, plant, containers and vehicles
Other
Occasional travel may be required
You may be asked for flexibility in working hours to support operational demands
What Are We Looking For?
Personal Qualities
In this role it is essential that you are:
Flexible and adaptable
Process driven and detail orientated
Proactive, with a willingness to carry out additional tasks or responsibilities as directed by your manager or the management team.
Qualifications
You will need to have current UK driving license in this role.
Not essential to be successful in the role but you may also have the following qualifications:
HGV license
Forklift certification/competency
Experience
Prior to the role it would be essential that you:
Experience in transport planning and logistics coordination
Remaining compliant with company safety and security protocols
Some desirable experience that you may bring to the role:
Experience using logistics or fleet management software (desirable)
Knowledge & Skills
Prior to the role it is essential that you demonstrate:
Dangerous goods awareness
Familiarity with shipping documentation and customs procedures
Basic mechanical understanding for vehicle/plant maintenance coordination
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Why join the force behind the sport?
Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing 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
Recruitment Fraud Warning: We only communicate with candidates through official @f1.com email addresses. We will never contact you via personal email accounts, messaging apps, or request payment as part of our recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to be from our talent team, please report it to recruitment@f1.com.
Division:
Technical