Hamish Forrest
Horsham,West sussex
Summary
I am a confident, articulate and friendly person. I am able to connect easily with new people I meet and build rapport. I am a quick learner and able to follow instructions well.
I hold myself to a very high standard and I always get the job done.
I am a hard worker, have mountains of self discipline and am always able to perform at my best no matter the environment I am in. I'm able to remain calm under high pressure and in tough situations.
I am great working in teams of people and like working as a collective to get things done. I can motivate and get on with any type of person. I'm a very inclusive and team spirited individual.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Race Car Driver
multiple race teams
01.2023 - Current
- I have competed in and won high-profile competitive sporting events such as ADAC GT4 Germany, Radical Cup UK and The British Kart Championships.
- I have collaborated with coaches, data engineers and mechanics to enhance and perfect on track performance.
- I have good knowledge of mechanics and workings of a car from working alongside mechanics and as a race car mechanic.
- I have balanced a rigorous training schedule with educational commitments, demonstrating time management skills, dedication and perseverance..
- I have participated in various events to expand and strengthen professional network such as going to business networking meetings to source sponsorship and partnerships.
Race car mechanic
Razoon more than racing
Europe
04.2026 - 10.2026
- I worked on two BMW M4 GT4 race cars across europe in 2026 learning many new skills.
- I have restored and replaced damaged parts to eliminate further issues.
- i have dismantled road cars and race cars to diagnose and trace faults for maximum performance.
- I have performed routine maintenance checks, including oil changes, tyre rotations, and fluid top-ups, to prevent future mechanical failures.
- I have replaced worn or damaged parts, such as tyres, exhausts, and shock absorbers, to ensure optimal vehicle operation.
- I have worked on strict time restraints in between races and have got the job done under high pressure.
Go kart marshall
AR Kartz
12.2025 - 02.2026
- I worked with a team of people to marshall an indoor gokart track learning great teamwork and saftey skills
- i learnt lots on what a workplace environment is like and how dynamics work inside that.
- I learnt hoe to deal with customers in a polite and helpfull maner.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - motorsport engineering
Northbrook college
Shoreham-by-Sea, WSX01-2026
GCSEs -
Bohunt Horsham
Horsham01-2025
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Mechanical aptitude
- Race vehicle setup
- Telemetry analysis
- Engine diagnostics
- Vehicle dynamics
- Brand partnership
- Equipment handling
- Handling pressure
- Product knowledge
- Relationship-building
- Technical troubleshooting
- Quick decision-making
- Emotional control
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Focus and concentration
- Decision making
- Time-management
- Team coordination
- Self-discipline
- Client engagement
- Positive attitude
- Effective team player
- Discipline and dedication
- Pressure management
- Risk Management
- Performance under pressure
- Discipline maintenance
- Mental toughness
Hobbies and interests
- Professional race car driver
- sim racing
- sports
- gym
- mechanics
Timeline
Race car mechanic
Razoon more than racing
04.2026 - 10.2026
Go kart marshall
AR Kartz
12.2025 - 02.2026
Race Car Driver
multiple race teams
01.2023 - Current
NVQ Level 2 - motorsport engineering
Northbrook college
GCSEs -
Bohunt Horsham