MET Technician

Auto Skills UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Mon-Fri schedule

Structured working hours

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an MET Technician in Reading to service and repair vehicles, focusing on mechanical, electrical, and trim tasks within a professional Bodyshop environment.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7am to 4:30pm, with an OTE of £60,000 and a base salary in the £45,000–£50,000 range depending on experience. This permanent role offers long-term career development.

Qualifications

• Experience as MET Technician in a professional Bodyshop or accident repair environment.
• Recognised Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA).
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and vehicle trim knowledge.
• Experience with vehicle strip-down, component replacement, and refitting.
• Full UK driving licence and commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical, electrical, and trim strip and refit work on accident-damaged vehicles.
• Removing and replacing damaged components in preparation for structural, panel, and paint repairs.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues resulting from vehicle damage.
• Reassembling vehicles correctly following body and paint repairs.
• Carrying out functional and safety checks to ensure vehicle systems operate correctly.
• Working closely with Panel Beaters, Paint Technicians, Vehicle Damage Assessors, and Workshop Controllers.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and the working area in a clean, safe, and professional condition.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Trim knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA)

Job description

MET (MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & TRIM) TECHNICIAN

Location: Reading
Salary: OTE £60,000 (Basic Salary £45,000 - £50,000+ DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for an MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) Technician role where your technical expertise is recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and you can enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday working week?

If you're an experienced MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) Technician looking for your next career move, this is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair environment where your mechanical, electrical, and trim skills are genuinely valued. With an OTE of £60,000 and a basic salary of £45,000 - £50,000+ DOE, you'll have strong earning potential alongside the security of a permanent position.

Working Monday to Friday, 7am to 4:30pm, you'll benefit from a structured working pattern that provides a strong work-life balance. If you're looking for a stable role where you can use your technical expertise, work alongside a skilled Bodyshop team, and continue developing your career, this could be an excellent next step.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• OTE of £60,000
• Basic Salary of £45,000 - £50,000+ DOE
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 7am - 4:30pm working hours
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Professional Bodyshop working environment
• Opportunity for long-term career development
• Varied mechanical, electrical, and trim workload

THE ROLE

As an MET Technician, you'll be responsible for the mechanical, electrical, and trim aspects of vehicle repairs, ensuring components are safely removed, repaired or replaced, and correctly refitted throughout the accident repair process.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out mechanical, electrical, and trim strip and refit work on accident-damaged vehicles.
• Removing and replacing damaged components in preparation for structural, panel, and paint repairs.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues resulting from vehicle damage.
• Reassembling vehicles correctly following body and paint repairs.
• Carrying out functional and safety checks to ensure vehicle systems operate correctly.
• Working closely with Panel Beaters, Paint Technicians, Vehicle Damage Assessors, and Workshop Controllers.
• Ensuring all repairs are completed in accordance with manufacturer repair methods and required quality standards.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and the working area in a clean, safe, and professional condition.

ABOUT YOU

This opportunity would suit an experienced MET Technician / Mechanical, Electrical & Trim Technician / Vehicle Technician / Bodyshop MET Technician with strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience as an MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) Technician within a professional Bodyshop or accident repair environment.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA).
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and vehicle trim knowledge.
• Experience with vehicle strip-down, component replacement, and refitting.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a skilled workshop team.
• A full UK driving licence.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.

If you're looking for your next challenge in Reading and want a role where your technical expertise is recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.