Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician

Solus - an Aviva company; Washington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vehicle repairs is seeking a Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician to join their team. This role involves working closely with production leads to ensure high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction. Candidates should have experience in automotive repairs and strong leadership skills. The company offers competitive salaries, bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.

Bonus opportunity tied to performance.

Company pension scheme with employer contributions.

33 days’ holiday with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.

Discounts on Aviva products.

Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.

Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection.

Qualifications

• Experience in general production or automotive body repair environment.
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team.
• Working knowledge of vehicle mechanical and suspension repairs.

Responsibilities

• Remove and assess any additional damage and refit to high standards.
• Work in partnership with repair consultants and production team.
• Complete performance reviews and development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team working culture

Problem identification

Education

ATA MET accreditation

Relevant mechanical and suspension qualifications

Job description

Join to apply for the Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician role at Solus - an Aviva company

22 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician role at Solus - an Aviva company

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Are you looking for a position where you can make a difference, constantly learn new things and be at the forefront of technology, working as part of the Aviva family?

The Role

Solus MET Technicians are pivotal in our customers story, working in partnership with repair consultants and production team to get the best outcome. Reporting directly to the site Production Lead, it is our Solus MET’s that remove and assess any additional damage and refit to our high standards safeguarding customer satisfaction.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Experience in general production or automotive body repair environment
• Be able to lead, motivate and inspire your team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work to group and site key performance measures
• Embed a team working culture
• Able to identify the cause of issues and blockages, which interrupt the flow of work
• Completion of performance reviews and development
  
  
  

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Working knowledge and experience of vehicle mechanical and suspension repairs
• ATA MET accreditation
• LCV experience
• Relevant mechanical and suspension qualifications
• Steering Geometry alignment and adjustment
• Glazing
• Air Conditioning system evacuation and recharge
• Working with Plastic repairs
  
  
  

Who are Solus?

Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair.

Why Join Solus?

We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague

• 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.
  
  
  

At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you’re excited but don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply—your unique skills might be just what we need.

We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria—just email us after applying to let us know.

Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Insurance

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Solus - an Aviva company by 2x

Get notified about new Mechanical Specialist jobs in Washington, England, United Kingdom.

Riding Mill, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Hebburn, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Register your Interest for opportunities in Mechanical Engineering

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Hobson, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago

Ashington, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Stockton-On-Tees, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Shildon, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Peterlee, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Newcastle - EV / Automotive - £50k - £60k

Northumberland, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Houghton-Le-Spring, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Gateshead, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Gateshead, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Houghton-Le-Spring, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Newton Aycliffe, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

R&D / Process Development Engineer (ATG)

Ashington, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Newton Aycliffe, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Hebburn, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Newton Aycliffe, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

North Shields, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Hartlepool, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Sunderland, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Wideopen, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Brandon, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.