MET Technician

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK automotive accident repairer to appoint a MET Technician at their busy Gloucester centre. This MET Technician role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled vehicle body repair professional to join a well-established company committed to quality and customer satisfaction.

• Starting hourly rate of £22-23, dependent on experience, with a generous uncapped performance-related bonus
• Overtime available at standard rate, subject to demand
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Access to industry-leading training and development programmes
• Pension scheme, life assurance, retailer discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and a salary sacrifice car scheme
• Long-term career progression within a large, multi-site organisation
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times

• Carry out body repair work on customer vehicles to high-quality standards
• Remove damaged parts to facilitate repairs, ensuring safe storage for refitting
• Inspect for additional damage, liaising with the Vehicle Damage Assessor and ordering necessary parts
• Verify parts' correctness and availability to ensure smooth repair progression
• Refurbish and refit vehicle panels, ensuring panels are aligned within manufacturer tolerances
• Replace mechanical components such as steering, drivetrain, and engine parts as required
• Reset vehicle Control Units using diagnostic tools as a MET Technician
• Follow health and safety procedures and attend regular safety training
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in proper condition
• Support colleagues and manage workload efficiently, occasionally undertaking additional activities

• Recognised qualification in automotive MET/vehicle body repair or working towards an IMI qualification
• Strong track record in vehicle body repair or strip and fit, or experience as a Vehicle Technician seeking a move into body repair
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Capability to perform tasks as per job cards to manufacturer standards
• Effective multi-tasking and workload prioritisation skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting team members
• A valid UK driving licence with minimal points