Keith Auld started out in the RAF and then decided to use his transferable skills as a mechanic in the realms of motorsport.

How did you get into motorsport?

From my days in the RAF, I was stationed in Lincolnshire and got involved in Grass Tacking as a mechanic and designing roll cages after an accident. I then left the RAF in 1970 to live in Yorkshire and after leaving the forces I was able to use my knowledge as a mechanic in motorsport.

What made you decide to become a scrutineer?

A phone call from a very good friend in Lincolnshire who was Scrutineering at Snetterton and local Rallies. I visited Snetterton and worked as an assistant scrutineer. My knowledge as a mechanic on cars and truck was a great help and this should still be a factor.

Do you have any advice for anyone considering volunteering?

Just enjoy what you are doing and seek the knowledge from scrutineers that are willing to help new volunteers to motorsport.

Find out how to get started in scrutineering here