MET Technician

Drive Recruiting; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Drive Recruiting is assisting a Plymouth-based auto body specialist in recruiting an MET Technician to join their skilled team. The role focuses on removing and refitting parts for repair and paint, with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of MET Technician or strip and fit experience, a full UK driving license, and the ability to work both in a team and independently when required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of MET Technician or Strip and Fit experience.
• Full UK driving license.
• Able to work in a team and independently if needed.
• Capable of meeting deadlines and targets.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently remove motor vehicle parts for repair and painting.
• Refit parts following repair/paint completion.
• Perform repairs to damaged vehicles and diagnose issues per job cards or supervisor guidance.

Skills

Team player

Deadline oriented

Independent worker

Good communication

Education

City & Guild Level 3 in Automotive Bodyshop Repair

ATA Qualification (advantage)

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Our client is looking for an MET Technician in Plymouth to join their highly skilled and well established team!

Minimum of 1 years' MET Technician or Strip and Fit experience required for this role!

Description:

MET Technicians are responsible for the efficient and professional removal of motor vehicle parts so that they may be repaired and painted. MET Technicians are also involved in the refitting of the parts following successful repair/paint completion. Our technicians are responsible for carrying out repairs to damaged vehicles, conducting diagnosis and following relevant instructions on the job cards issued or as instructed by the Bodyshop Manager.

What we are offering:

• Full time/Permanent.
• Monday - Friday
• Basic salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Dependant on experience
• Plus bonus (OTE £50k +)

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Current or very recent Bodyshop experience as an MET Technician of at least 1 year
• Full UK driver's license
• Be able to work in a team and independently if needed
• Achieve deadlines and targets that are set out.
• You'll need your own tools
• City & Guild Level 3 (or equivalent) in Automotive Bodyshop Repair
• ATA Qualification would be an advantage
• Previous Bodyshop MET experience is essential
• Rebuilding bodywork on damaged vehicles in a bonus bodyshop