MET Technician

Steer Automotive Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Flexible working

29 days holiday

Wagestream access

Steer Academy training

Job summary

Steer Automotive Group is seeking an experienced MET Technician to join our accident repair centre in Darlington, County Durham. You’ll strip, diagnose, repair and refit accident-damaged vehicles to high standards using modern repair methods and diagnostic equipment.

You’ll work as part of a skilled bodyshop team with opportunities for training through Steer Academy, career progression and a comprehensive benefits package including pension contributions, enhanced holiday allowance and flexible

Qualifications

• Experience as MET Technician or similar role in accident repair.
• Ability to dismantle and reassemble vehicles to high standards.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Strip, diagnose, repair and refit accident-damaged vehicles.
• Remove and refit mechanical, electrical and trim components.
• Work to manufacturer standards using modern repair methods.
• Collaborate with bodyshop team to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

MET knowledge

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Attention to detail

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

• Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
• 29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
• Pension contributions
• Enhanced parental leave
• Wagestream—a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
• Talk to us about flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits App – virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
• Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
• Opportunities for career progression

MET Technician – Darlington, County Durham

Experienced in MET and looking for your next opportunity in accident repair? Join one of the UK’s leading accident repair groups.

Steer Automotive Group is recruiting an experienced MET Technician to join our accident repair centre in Darlington, County Durham.

If you’re currently working as a MET Technician, MET Fitter, Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician, Vehicle Technician or Bodyshop Technician, this is a great opportunity to develop your career within a growing national accident repair group.

You’ll play an important part in the repair process, stripping, diagnosing, repairing and refitting accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard, using modern repair methods, diagnostic equipment and technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an MET Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Dismantling and reassembling accident-damaged vehicles safely and efficiently
• Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out necessary repairs
• Inspecting components during strip and identifying additional repair requirements
• Working to manufacturer-approved repair methods and quality standards
• Using modern diagnostic equipment and vehicle repair technology
• Working closely with Panel Technicians, Paint Technicians and the wider bodyshop team
• Ensuring repairs are completed safely, accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining excellent standards of workmanship throughout every repair

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an experienced technician with a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and trim systems and previous experience within an accident repair centre, bodyshop or similar automotive repair environment.

Your experience may be as a:

• MET Technician / MET Fitter
• Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician

You’ll ideally bring:

• Strong knowledge of vehicle mechanical, electrical and trim systems
• Experience stripping and refitting accident-damaged vehicles
• Good diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A commitment to safe, high-quality vehicle repairs
• A positive, professional approach and pride in your workmanship

ATA or IMI accreditation would be beneficial but isn’t essential.

Build Your Career with Steer

At Steer Automotive Group, we’re committed to investing in our technicians and providing the training, equipment and opportunities they need to develop.

You’ll have access to modern repair methods and vehicle technology, ongoing technical training through Steer Academy, and opportunities to progress your career as part of one of the UK’s leading accident repair groups.

Ready for Your Next Move?

If you’re an experienced MET Technician, MET Fitter, Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician or Bodyshop Technician looking for your next opportunity in Darlington, County Durham, we’d love to hear from you.