MET Technician

Lithia; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Family Leave Policies

Salary Sacrifice car

Volunteer day

Long service milestones

Career development

Cycle to work

High street discounts

Referral rewards

Joining bonus £2,000

Job summary

Evans Halshaw Gateshead Bodyshop is seeking a Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician. You will remove and refit vehicle components, identify faults and complete repairs in line with manufacturer methods, delivering precise, high-quality workmanship within a supportive team.

You’ll need a Full UK driving licence and experience in automotive body repair. We offer 33 days holiday, a £2,000 joining bonus, uncapped bonus potential and a clear path for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, electrical and trim work within an automotive body repair environment.
• Commitment to high-quality workmanship and safe working practices.
• Ability to identify faults and follow manufacturer repair methods.
• Strong attention to correct fit, function and finish.
• Capable of managing workload efficiently in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Remove and refit vehicle components as part of body repair.
• Identify faults and complete repairs following manufacturer methods.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Automotive MET experience

Diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Evans Halshaw | Gateshead Bodyshop

• Potential target earnings of £50,000, with UNCAPPED BONUS
• £2,000 joining bonus!
• 3 month guaranteed bonus upon joining, pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services

Bring your technical expertise and eye for detail to Gateshead Bodyshop as a Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician. Play a key role in the repair process by removing and refitting vehicle components, identifying faults and completing repairs in line with manufacturer methods. Take pride in precise, high-quality workmanship while developing your skills within a supportive team.

What do you need to succeed as a Bodyshop Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician?

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in mechanical, electrical and trim work within an automotive body repair environment, with a commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Strong skills in removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components, with excellent attention to correct fit, function and finish.
• Confidence identifying faults, using diagnostic equipment, following manufacturer repair methods and managing your workload efficiently.
• A commitment to safe working practices and thorough quality checks, working collaboratively with panel and paint colleagues throughout the repair process.

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.

We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: [e-mail]. Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.

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