Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician

Overview

You start your day knowing the vehicle in front of you needs careful diagnosis, logical thinking and skilled hands. Nothing is rushed – the priority is getting it right. Whether you’re stripping, refitting, fault‑finding or checking systems before handover, your work is trusted because it directly affects safety, quality and the customer’s confidence when they get their car back.

As a Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET) Technician, you’ll play a vital role in the repair journey, ensuring vehicles are restored to a safe, fully‑functioning and high‑quality standard following accident damage.

• Strip, repair and refit mechanical, electrical and trim components
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs in line with manufacturer methods
• Re‑assemble vehicles accurately, ready for paint and final sign‑off
• Work closely with Panel, Paint and production colleagues to support repair flow
• Maintain safe, tidy working practices and professional standards

What matters is that you bring relevant experience in an automotive repair environment and a structured, safety‑focused approach to your work.

• Experience as a MET Technician, or a strong background as an Automotive Technician or Mechanic looking to move into MET
• A quality‑first mindset and strong attention to detail

• A collaborative workshop environment where MET expertise is respected
• Leaders who understand the importance of safe, accurate repairs
• Opportunities to grow your skills and take on more complexity over time
• An inclusive culture where you don’t need to fit a stereotype to succeed

• Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Share in Aviva’s success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
• Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access.

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