Flying Technician Luxury Automotive & Motorsport

Drvnautomotivegroup; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Days Holidays

Pension

Healthcare

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Scheme

Job summary

Drvnautomotivegroup is seeking a Flying Technician based in Coventry to provide specialist technical support and diagnostics for high-performance luxury and motorsport vehicles. This role involves extensive travel to customer locations and events, ensuring exceptional standards of service.

The ideal candidate will possess a recognised Automotive Technician qualification and have extensive experience in luxury vehicles, with advanced diagnostic skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Competitive salary along with benefits such as holidays and healthcare plans are included.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working with luxury, prestige or high-performance vehicles.
• Advanced diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Flexibility to travel extensively, including weekends and international assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on luxury vehicles.
• Provide technical support at race meetings and events.
• Deliver premium technical service to high-net-worth clients.

Skills

Expert diagnostic and technical capability

Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills

Strong attention to detail and quality standards

Professional presentation and discretion

Education

Recognised Automotive Technician qualification (NVQ Level 3, IMI Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent)

Tools

Manufacturer diagnostic systems

Job description

Flying Technician (Luxury Automotive & Motorsport) – Coventry/Thruxton

Job Purpose

The DRVN Automotive Group are seeking a Flying Technician to join our team in a low-volume vehicle environment where innovation, craftsmanship, and rapid iteration are at the core of everything we do. As a Flying Technician you will provide specialist technical support, diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and vehicle commissioning services for high-performance, luxury, and motorsport vehicles. The role involves extensive travel to customer locations, race circuits, manufacturer events, test facilities, dealerships, and private collections, ensuring exceptional technical standards and customer service are maintained at all times.

Overview of the Role

• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
• Holidays: 33 Days
• Pension / Healthcare / Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Location: Coventry

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Diagnostics – Perform advanced diagnostics, fault finding, servicing, and repairs on luxury, performance, and motorsport vehicles; support vehicle preparation; diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and electronic faults; conduct inspections; carry out software updates, calibrations, and programming.
• Motorsport & Event Support – Provide technical support at race meetings, track days, manufacturer events and launches; assist with vehicle setup, optimisation and troubleshooting; support pit lane, paddock and workshop operations; maintain performance and safety standards; assist engineering teams with development and testing programmes.
• Customer & VIP Support – Deliver premium concierge‑style technical service to high‑net‑worth clients; diagnose and resolve vehicle issues at customers’ locations; provide technical advice and performance recommendations; maintain discretion and professionalism; build relationships with customers, drivers, teams and stakeholders.
• Travel & Field Service Operations – Travel nationally and internationally at short notice; support global events, race programmes and manufacturer activities; coordinate logistics and equipment; manage service schedules with minimal disruption.
• Health, Safety & Compliance – Ensure all work complies with manufacturer specifications and motorsport regulations; adhere to workshop, circuit and customer‑site safety procedures; maintain accurate service records and technical documentation; ensure compliance with company quality standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential – Recognised Automotive Technician qualification (NVQ Level3, IMI Level3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Extensive experience working with luxury, prestige or high‑performance vehicles.
• Advanced diagnostic and fault‑finding skills.
• Experience using manufacturer diagnostic systems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel extensively, including weekends and international assignments.
• Desirable – experience within motorsport, GT racing, Formula, endurance racing or track support environments; Motorsport UK qualification or race team experience.
• HGV or trailer licence.

Skills & Competencies

• Expert diagnostic and technical capability.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in fast‑paced environments.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Professional presentation and discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Team‑oriented with ability to work independently.

Working Conditions

Extensive UK and international travel; frequent attendance at race circuits, proving grounds and customer locations; weekend and evening work during motorsport events; exposure to workshop, trackside and outdoor environments; opportunity to work with rare, historic, and ultra‑high‑value vehicles.

Right to Work

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.