MET Technician

The Vella Group Repair Centres

Great Harwood

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension & life cover

Parental pay

Perkbox discounts

MediCash

Training & development

Childcare support

Free parking

Job summary

The Vella Group Repair Centres in Great Harwood, Lancashire, is hiring a skilled MET Technician for an on-site, full-time role. You will dismantle and reassemble mechanical, electrical, and trim components, perform four-wheel alignments, and ensure safe, high-quality repairs.

The team values precision and safety; IMI/ATA MET qualification or equivalent is preferred, along with a UK driving licence and experience in accident repair.

Qualifications

IMI/ATA MET Technician qualification (or equivalent)
Experience in accident repair and vehicle rebuilds
Full UK driving licence
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of electric vehicles is a plus

Responsibilities

Dismantle and reassemble mechanical, electrical, and trim components with precision
Perform four-wheel alignment checks and repairs using manufacturer-recommended methods
Ensure vehicles are properly protected throughout the repair process
Collaborate with Technicians, Vehicle Damage Assessors, and Production teams for efficient workflows
Adhere to health and safety standards, including COSHH and PPE usage
Work with electric vehicles and stay updated on emerging vehicle technologies

Skills

MET Technician

Hands-on

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Driving licence

Education

IMI/ATA MET Technician qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Great Harwood, Lancashire

Full-time, Permanent

Competitive Salary

Join The Vella Group - One of the UK’s Leading Accident Repair Specialists

With over 30 years of experience, The Vella Group is a trusted name in the accident repair industry. Operating across 22 state-of-the-art sites—and with ambitious plans for future growth,we’re at the forefront of innovation and excellence in vehicle repair.

We're now looking for a skilled MET Technician to join our expanding team in Great Harwood, Lancashire.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) Technician, you’ll play a key role in restoring vehicles to their pre-accident condition. Your responsibilities will include:

Dismantling and reassembling mechanical, electrical, and trim components with precision and care
Performing four-wheel alignment checks and repairs using manufacturer-recommended methods
Ensuring vehicles are properly protected throughout the repair process
Collaborating with Technicians, Vehicle Damage Assessors, and Production teams to ensure efficient workflows
Adhering to health and safety standards, including COSHH requirements and appropriate PPE usage
Working with electric vehicles and staying updated on emerging vehicle technologies

About You

We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and thrives in a team environment. Ideally, you’ll have:

IMI/ATA MET Technician qualification (or equivalent experience in a Bodyshop environment)
Proven experience in accident repair and vehicle rebuilds
A full UK driving licence (required)
The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
A strong commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction
Knowledge and/or experience working with electric vehicles is a plus

What You’ll Get In Return

We believe in taking care of our people. When you join The Vella Group, you’ll enjoy: