MET Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Telford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £45k

30 days holidays incl bank holidays

Company pension

Health cash plan

Cycle to work

Free onsite parking

Friend referral bonus

Long service awards

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd in Telford, Shropshire, is seeking an experienced MET Technician to join a well-established accident repair business. You will dismantle, refit, and test mechanical/electrical/trim systems, ensuring manufacturer and company standards are met, with a strong emphasis on quality and safety.

The role requires at least 3 years of MET experience in an accident repair environment, with good knowledge of repair methods and health & safety practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as an MET Technician in an accident repair or bodyshop environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and trim systems
• Ability to interpret repair estimates, technical instructions and manufacturer repair methods
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good understanding of workshop health & safety procedures
• Capable of working as part of a team
• IMI accreditation preferred
• Familiarity with vehicle safety systems and modern accident repair techniques

Responsibilities

• Dismantling damaged vehicles following repair estimates and manufacturer repair methods
• Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical, and trim components safely and efficiently
• Reassembling vehicles to manufacturer and company standards
• Identifying additional damage or missing parts
• Checking parts for correctness and availability
• Reconnecting and testing mechanical and electrical systems post-repair
• Ensuring safety-critical components are fitted correctly and securely
• Performing quality control checks before vehicles proceed to the next repair stage
• Working collaboratively with estimators, workshop controllers, and colleagues
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
• Adhering to all health & safety procedures, repair methods, and company policies

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Trim systems

Team player

Attention to detail

IMI accreditation

Estimate interpretation

Health & safety

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced MET Technician for a well-established accident repair business in Telford, Shropshire. This is a compelling opportunity for skilled professionals to join a reputable team committed to quality and safety standards.

Benefits of the MET Technician:

• Competitive salary up to £45,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm working hours
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays, with additional long service days
• Company pension scheme
• Health cash plan and high street discounts through a rewards platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Recommend a Friend technician bonus scheme
• Long service awards and colleague recognition programmes
• Opportunities to develop within a professional accident repair environment

Duties of the MET Technician:

• Dismantling damaged vehicles following repair estimates and manufacturer repair methods
• Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical, and trim components safely and efficiently
• Reassembling vehicles to manufacturer and company standards
• Identifying additional damage or missing parts
• Checking parts for correctness and availability
• Reconnecting and testing mechanical and electrical systems post-repair
• Ensuring safety-critical components are fitted correctly and securely
• Performing quality control checks before vehicles proceed to the next repair stage
• Working collaboratively with estimators, workshop controllers, and colleagues
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
• Adhering to all health & safety procedures, repair methods, and company policies

Requirements of the MET Technician:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a MET Technician within an accident repair or bodyshop environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and trim systems
• Ability to interpret repair estimates, technical instructions, and manufacturer repair methods
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good understanding of workshop health & safety procedures
• Capable of working effectively as part of a team
• Professional attitude and reliable work ethic
• IMI accreditation is preferred
• Familiarity with vehicle safety systems and modern accident repair techniques