MET Strip Fitter

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled MET Technician for a full-time, permanent role. The position offers a salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, with a Monday–Friday 08:30–17:00 schedule and no weekend work.

The role focuses on mechanical, electrical and trim repairs for accident-damaged vehicles in a modern workshop environment. You will diagnose faults, work across repair processes, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality vehicle repairs

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an MET Technician in an automotive accident repair environment.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and trim knowledge.
• Experience with modern vehicle construction and repair methods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical, electrical and trim removal and refitting on accident-damaged vehicles.
• Strip and refit components per manufacturer repair methods and procedures.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and identify repair requirements.
• Carry out repairs and checks on suspension, steering, braking and related systems.
• Collaborate with Panel, Paint, Estimators and Workshop Controllers to maintain throughput.
• Identify additional damage and communicate repair needs to the team.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Trim knowledge

Fault diagnosis

Team player

Communication skills

Education

IMI/ATA qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Salary: Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your technical skills are genuinely valued, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled MET Technician looking for a move that offers greater stability, a professional working environment and the opportunity to use a broader range of your technical abilities, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Offering a salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience, combined with a Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 working pattern and no weekend commitments, this role provides an excellent work-life balance alongside genuine career development. You'll be joining a modern accident repair environment where your mechanical, electrical, trim and technical expertise will be recognised, allowing you to play a key role in delivering high-quality vehicle repairs.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Multi-Skilled MET Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out a broad range of Mechanical, Electrical and Trim repair activities on accident-damaged vehicles. Your ability to work across multiple areas of the repair process will be highly valued, helping to ensure vehicles are repaired efficiently, safely and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out mechanical, electrical and trim removal and refitting on accident-damaged vehicles
• Strip and refit components in accordance with manufacturer repair methods and technical procedures
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and identify the correct repair requirements
• Carry out repairs and checks relating to suspension, steering, braking and associated vehicle systems
• Work closely with Panel Technicians, Paint Technicians, VDA/Estimators and Workshop Controllers to maintain efficient vehicle throughput
• Identify additional damage or repair requirements and communicate these effectively to the relevant team members
• Ensure all repairs are completed to a high standard, with appropriate safety and quality checks carried out
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, bodyshop quality standards and Health & Safety procedures

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience as an MET Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Strong mechanical, electrical and trim knowledge
• Experience working with modern vehicle construction and repair methods
• Strong understanding of suspension, steering and braking systems
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults effectively
• Experience removing, repairing and refitting a wide range of vehicle components
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work efficiently within a busy production environment
• Reliable, professional and motivated approach to work
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Ideally IMI and/or ATA qualified (advantageous but not essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair business that values technical ability, rewards experience and offers genuine long-term career development. With a salary of up to £50,000, Monday to Friday working hours and a modern working environment, this could be the ideal next step for an experienced Multi-Skilled MET Technician looking for a better opportunity.

If you're ready to take your skills and earning potential to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.