MET Technician

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable automotive bodyshop in Newport is seeking a qualified MET Technician to perform essential automotive repairs. The position offers a salary range of £21 to £23 per hour plus an uncapped bonus and comprehensive benefits including 23 days of annual leave, life assurance, and well-being services. Applicants should have proven experience in an automotive setting, and qualifications such as City & Guilds, NVQ, or ATA are desirable but not essential.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave plus your birthday

Uncapped bonus scheme paid monthly

Free life assurance

Wellness services such as physiotherapy and dental plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an MET Technician or similar role.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Qualifications such as City & Guilds, NVQ, or ATA preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform Mechanical, Electrical, and Trim (MET) work.
• Conduct panel replacement and realignment.
• Execute vehicle diagnostics and fault finding.
• Identify additional repair work and liaise with the Vehicle Damage Assessor.

Skills

Proven experience in automotive environment

Mechanical, Electrical, and Trim work

Vehicle diagnostics and fault finding

City & Guilds, NVQ, or ATA qualifications

Job description

£57,000 to £61,000 per year, Plus company benefits

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 08/12/2025

About this job

MET Technician Location: Newport
Salary: £21 - £23 per hour plus uncapped time saved bonus (Worth an extra £5000 - £10,000 per annum in most cases)
Hours: Monday to Friday 42.5 hours and can be worked with a degree of flexibility.

Reference: 29347. We are currently recruiting for a fully qualified MET Technician for a reputable Bodyshop in Newport. This opportunity has arisen due to the increased volume of work at the site, and we are looking for a dedicated individual who is keen to earn well and thrive in a fast-paced, busy environment.

ATA accreditation is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities and Benefits

• Carrying out Mechanical, Electrical, and Trim (MET) work on allocated jobs
• Panel replacement and realignment to manufacturer gapping and specifications
• Vehicle diagnostics, fault finding, and fault clearing
• Removal and refitting of radiators, air conditioning repairs, and re-gassing
• Panel straightening and filling
• Suspension component replacement, repairs, and wheel alignment
• ADAS calibration (training provided)
• Identifying additional repair work and liaising with the Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) Requirements
• Proven experience working in an automotive environment conducting stripping and fitting ideally as an MET Technician
• If your background is within light vehicle maintenance and you have some skill in stripping and fitting we would also welcome your application
• City & Guilds, NVQ, or ATA qualifications are ideal but not essential
• Must hold a full UK driving licence
• Benefits: 23 days of annual leave plus your birthday and bank holidays; Uncapped bonus scheme paid monthly; Free life assurance; Well being services such as physiotherapy, 24/7 GP service, dental plan etc.

How to Apply

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

To apply, please send your CV and we will contact you on receipt.