MET TECHNICIAN

Auto Skills UK; St Albans; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£50,000 - £55,000 basic salary

OTE £70,000

Full-time, permanent employment

Monday-to-Friday pattern

6:00am - 4:00pm or 7:00am - 5:00pm

Quality workmanship

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in St Albans is seeking an experienced MET Technician (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) for a full-time, permanent role. The position includes removing, refitting and replacing mechanical, electrical and trim components during vehicle repairs to ensure safe reassembly after accident damage.

You will work 6:00am–4:00pm or 7:00am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday, with a basic salary of £50,000–£55,000 and an OTE of £70,000.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
• Previous MET Technician experience in an automotive repair environment.

Responsibilities

• Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components.
• Carrying out strip-down and rebuild work to support vehicle repair processes.
• Identifying damaged components and reporting any additional work required.
• Working with other technicians to ensure repairs progress efficiently.
• Ensuring components are correctly fitted and aligned.
• Following manufacturer repair procedures and relevant safety requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, accuracy and workshop safety.

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent)

Job description

MET TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & TRIM)

Location: St Albans

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Basic Salary DOE | OTE £70,000

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 4:00pm or 7:00am - 5:00pm

Are you an experienced MET Technician looking for your next opportunity in St Albans? This full-time, permanent role offers a basic salary of £50,000 - £55,000, depending on experience, with an OTE of £70,000.

With a choice of two weekday working patterns, this opportunity could suit a skilled Mechanical, Electrical and Trim Technician who takes pride in high-quality repairs, accurate vehicle reassembly and working to professional automotive repair standards.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• £50,000 - £55,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• OTE of £70,000.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern.
• Choice of 6:00am - 4:00pm or 7:00am - 5:00pm shifts.
• Opportunity to apply your mechanical, electrical and trim expertise.
• A role focused on quality workmanship and professional repair standards.

THE ROLE

As an MET Technician, you'll be responsible for removing, refitting and replacing mechanical, electrical and trim components during vehicle repairs. You'll play an important part in ensuring vehicles are safely and correctly reassembled following accident damage repairs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components.
• Carrying out strip-down and rebuild work to support vehicle repair processes.
• Identifying damaged components and reporting any additional work required.
• Working with other technicians to ensure repairs progress efficiently.
• Ensuring components are correctly fitted and aligned.
• Following manufacturer repair procedures and relevant safety requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, accuracy and workshop safety.

ABOUT YOU

• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent), with an ongoing commitment to continuous professional development.
• Previous experience working as an MET Technician, Mechanical and Electrical Technician or Strip Fitter within an automotive repair environment.
• Confident removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components.
• Good understanding of vehicle systems and component fitting procedures.
• Able to identify damaged parts and communicate additional repair requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality work.
• Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment