TRACK SUPPORT

The track staff responsible for hosting motorsport events at race tracks are the backbone of any successful racing competition. These dedicated individuals ensure that the venue operates efficiently, safely, and professionally, creating an environment where the focus remains on the excitement of the race. From marshals and safety crews. Each role is essential to delivering a seamless experience for competitors, spectators, and organisers. Their collective efforts transform race tracks into vibrant arenas where motorsport can thrive, showcasing speed, skill, and the spirit of competition to fans around the world.
 
No university qualification is essential but GCSE’s/A-Levels would be preferred. Additional courses on volunteering can also be found on the Motorsport UK website, alongside various different types of training material. Age limits and physical can restrictions apply depending on the type of role you are going for.

RACE SUPPORT ROLES

  • Monitor assigned track sector during practice, qualifying, and race sessions

  • Respond quickly to on-track incidents (spins, collisions, mechanical failures)

  • Provide initial support to drivers involved in incidents

  • Assist with vehicle recovery and debris clearance

  • Display and manage appropriate flag signals as directed by Race Control

  • Communicate incident details clearly via radio

  • Report track conditions, hazards, and safety concerns

  • Support enforcement of sporting regulations within assigned sector

  • Assist with grid formation and pit lane operations (where assigned)

  • Support restart procedures following Safety Car or red flag periods

  • Ensure barriers and safety infrastructure are secure

  • Participate in pre- and post-event briefings

  • Follow all event safety procedures and marshal guidelines

  • Maintain high levels of situational awareness

  • Uphold professionalism in high-pressure environments

  • Complete required training and certification updates

  • Conduct scrutineering checks prior to practice, qualifying, and race sessions

  • Verify vehicle eligibility, safety equipment, and documentation

  • Inspect chassis, bodywork, safety systems, and control components

  • Ensure compliance with homologation and technical regulations

  • Perform spot checks during race weekends

  • Monitor parc fermé procedures

  • Supervise component changes and seal management

  • Assist with fuel, weight, and dimensional checks

  • Conduct post-race technical inspections as directed by Chief Scrutineer

  • Oversee dismantling or detailed examination of specific components

  • Document findings and escalate potential non-compliance issues

  • Support regulatory investigations where required

  • Prepare structured technical inspection reports

  • Maintain accurate documentation and evidence records

  • Work closely with Race Control, Stewards, and Technical Delegates

  • Ensure transparency and consistency in enforcement

  • Respond immediately to on-track incidents when deployed

  • Assist with driver extraction procedures in coordination with medical teams

  • Provide initial support in fire suppression or hazard containment

  • Ensure personal and team safety at all times during live track operations

  • Safely recover stranded or damaged vehicles from track

  • Operate recovery vehicles, cranes, or flatbeds (as certified)

  • Clear debris and hazardous materials efficiently

  • Restore track conditions to allow safe race continuation

  • Maintain rescue equipment readiness and operational checks

  • Ensure PPE compliance and adherence to safety protocols

  • Participate in emergency response drills and simulations

  • Support continuous improvement of response procedures

  • Communicate clearly with Race Control and sector marshals

  • Follow deployment instructions precisely

  • Provide incident updates and status reports

  • Interpret and enforce sporting and technical regulations

  • Oversee adherence to event procedures and race control directives

  • Ensure consistency in decision-making across sessions

  • Review on-track incidents using video, telemetry, and official reports

  • Conduct hearings with drivers and team representatives

  • Issue penalties, warnings, or sanctions as appropriate

  • Document formal decisions with clear regulatory justification

  • Ensure fair and impartial application of championship rules

  • Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity

  • Support appeals processes where required

  • Contribute to post-event regulatory reviews

  • Work alongside Clerk of the Course, Technical Delegates, and Race Director

  • Provide clear communication of decisions to teams and officials

  • Participate in pre-event and post-event steward briefings

  • Implement and manage the official event timetable

  • Oversee track sessions including practice, qualifying, and races

  • Coordinate deployment of safety, medical, and recovery teams

  • Authorise session starts, suspensions, and restarts (as per regulations)

  • Ensure circuit safety standards are upheld at all times

  • Respond decisively to incidents and evolving track conditions

  • Direct safety car, red flag, and neutralisation procedures

  • Maintain close communication with Race Director (where applicable)

  • Enforce sporting regulations and event procedures

  • Liaise with Stewards regarding incidents and potential breaches

  • Ensure marshals and officials operate within governing body guidelines

  • Maintain accurate documentation of operational decisions

  • Lead pre-event briefings for marshals and officials

  • Coordinate sector marshals, rescue teams, and flag posts

  • Manage communication flow within Race Control

  • Oversee post-event debriefs and reporting

  • Take command during major incidents

  • Coordinate emergency services and extraction procedures

  • Ensure clear decision-making under time-critical conditions

  • Support post-incident investigations and reporting

  • Direct and control all on-track sessions in accordance with championship regulations

  • Oversee session starts, restarts, neutralisations, Safety Car deployments, and red flag procedures

  • Ensure consistent and fair application of sporting rules

  • Issue race directives and official communications to teams

  • Maintain ultimate responsibility for track safety

  • Coordinate with Clerk of the Course, Chief Medical Officer, and rescue services

  • Make decisive calls during major incidents or adverse conditions

  • Oversee risk assessments and safety briefings

  • Interpret and apply sporting regulations

  • Refer incidents to Stewards where required

  • Issue official notes, bulletins, and clarifications

  • Support regulatory updates and championship governance processes

  • Lead Race Control operations and communication flow

  • Manage timing, telemetry monitoring, and incident review systems

  • Coordinate with technical delegates and scrutineers

  • Oversee post-session debriefs and performance reviews

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