Build Technician

DRVN Automotive Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DRVN Automotive Group is seeking a Build Technician to assemble, service and prepare luxury, performance, and motorsport vehicles. You will work with a skilled team to deliver high-quality workshop outputs, following strict craftsmanship standards and customer satisfaction guidelines.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, testing, and documentation, with opportunities to contribute to bespoke builds and innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive luxury, performance or motorsport environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Hybrid and Electric Vehicle qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, maintain and repair vehicles to specification.
• Carry out routine diagnostics, inspections and fault identification.
• Complete vehicle testing and commissioning activities as required.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and is properly documented.
• Support bespoke builds and vehicle modifications under guidance.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship on high-value vehicles.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

As a Build Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out the assembly, servicing, maintenance, repair, testing and preparation of luxury, performance and motorsport vehicles. Working as part of a skilled technical team, you will contribute to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of vehicle build and workshop activities, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards of craftsmanship, quality and customer satisfaction.

Overview of the Role

• Build Technician

Company Overview

The DRVN Automotive Group is a sector-leading automotive group, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of luxury automotive brands. Recognised globally for our commitment to innovation, quality, and engineering, we are proudly centred around delivering a world-class customer experience.

Our products Evoluto, along with the reimagination of some of Ford Motor Company’s most historically significant icons including the RS200 and MK1 Escort places DRVN at the forefront of modern automotive excellence. These projects provide our engineers with an exceptional platform to showcase their skills across various disciplines and be part of some of the most exciting modernisation programmes the industry has ever seen.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Operations

• Assemble, maintain and repair vehicles to specification.
• Carry out routine diagnostics, inspections and fault identification.
• Complete vehicle testing and commissioning activities as required.
• Ensure all work meets company, customer and manufacturer quality standards.
• Complete all job cards, inspection records and technical documentation accurately.
• Report defects, non-conformances and technical concerns promptly.

Luxury & Motorsport Support

• Prepare luxury, performance and motorsport vehicles for customer delivery, events and track activities.
• Support vehicle preparation for testing and specialist projects.
• Assist with bespoke builds and vehicle modifications under technical guidance.
• Maintain exceptional standards of workmanship appropriate to high-value vehicles.

Quality Assurance

• Carry out in-process quality inspections.
• Ensure completed work complies with company quality procedures.
• Maintain workshop equipment, specialist tools and test equipment in good working order.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production and workshop objectives.
• Share technical knowledge and support other team members where appropriate.
• Participate positively in team meetings and improvement activities.
• Develop personal technical knowledge through ongoing learning and training.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Comply with all Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.
• Follow approved repair methods and workshop procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions immediately.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience within automotive, luxury, performance or specialist vehicle environments.
• Good mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Hybrid and Electric Vehicle qualification.
• Experience working with prestige or motorsport vehicles.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• High standard of workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Working Conditions

• Workshop-based environment with occasional customer-site or event support.
• Occasional weekend working to support customer events or vehicle preparation.
• Regular handling of high-value luxury, performance and motorsport vehicles.

Right to Work

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Right-to-work checks will be carried out in accordance with Home Office requirements.

Equality & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you