MET Technician: Diagnostics, Refits & Career Growth

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Lamesley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + bank holidays +生日休息

Company pension and life assurance

Health & wellbeing support (GP access,

Retail discounts and cashback schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Vehicle leasing schemes

Financial wellbeing support

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced MET Technician in Gateshead to join a busy auto bodyshop. The role covers mechanical, electrical and trim work on accident-damaged vehicles, with diagnostics and fault-finding across systems.

You will strip and refit components, rebuild vehicles to exact spec, and collaborate with panel and paint teams to maintain throughput and safety standards. A strong eye for detail and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced MET Technician with strong background in accident repair and vehicle diagnostics.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical repair work.
• Comfortable with strip, fit and rebuild processes and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out full MET stripping and refitting of vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults related to accident damage.
• Remove and refit components to support panel repairs and bodywork restoration.
• Complete vehicle diagnostics, fault finding, and system checks.
• Rebuild vehicles ensuring correct fitment and safety standards.
• Work closely with panel and paint technicians to ensure efficient workflow.
• Ensure all work meets manufacturer and bodyshop standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all repair work carried out.

Skills

MET knowledge

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or MET

Job description

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced MET Technician in Gateshead to join a busy auto bodyshop. The role covers mechanical, electrical and trim work on accident-damaged vehicles, with diagnostics and fault-finding across systems.

You will strip and refit components, rebuild vehicles to exact spec, and collaborate with panel and paint teams to maintain throughput and safety standards. A strong eye for detail and quality is essential.