MET Technician Apprentice

Solus Accident Repair Centres; Pound Hill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full MET and Paint/Panel toolkit

On-site mentor

Access to manufacturer training

Job summary

Solus Accident Repair Centres is offering a MET Technician apprenticeship to train you in diagnosing and fixing faults on modern vehicles, with emphasis on mechanical, electrical and trim systems after accidents. The program blends hands-on practice with expert guidance in a real workshop environment, helping you develop skills that reflect factory standards.

Delivered in partnership with Thatcham Research, the program includes a predefined progression plan with salary increases, access to

Job description

Overview

What does a MET Technician do?

Our MET Technicians are skilled diagnosing and fixing faults. Due to the high level of technology within modern vehicles they hone their skills in mechanics and electrics by removing, renewing, and refitting mechanical and electrical systems and vehicle trims following accident damage. Using their expert judgement to ascertain the best course of action in each individual case. Utilising the latest tools and technology our Mechanical Electrical Trim Technicians return vehicles back to factory standards after an accident.

Responsibilities

What will Solus do to support me while I study?

• 2024 ABPApprentice Employer of the Year
• Winner of the 2022 Best Apprenticeship Scheme Award
• Internal and external awards and recognition.
• You will be gifted a full MET and Paint or Panel toolkit.
• Placed on a predefined progression plan over the course of your career with salary increases.
• On site mentor
• Access to the latest manufacturer training and technical specialists in the country

Who is the Training Provider?

Our training is conducted in partnership with Thatcham Research. Thatcham are the organisation responsible in the UK for developing Repair Technologies and setting industry standards. Technical experts working in their fully equipped and ultra-modern Repair Technology Centre produce a wide range of vehicle repair data. This repair data is used by the automotive industry to help facilitate the safe and effective repair of modern cars including electrification and driverless vehicle technologies.

• Top quality training methods, materials and resources
• Technical specialists with industry expertise
• The most advanced repair methods and standards within the industry
• Support from a world-leading vehicle repair technology centre
• Excellent pastoral care.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

Our programme is designed to be entered at any stage of your post 16 education or career. You may have already completed part of your study an apprenticeship elsewhere or just be thinking about your next steps after your GCSE's. Solus will tailor the course to suit your level of ability. All we ask is that you have a passion for what we do.

Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair.

Why Join Solus?

We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague:

• Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave.
• Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access.

At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need.

We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know.