Multiskilled Panel Beater & MET Technician – Mon-Fri

Auto Skills UK; Braintree; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern Workshop Environment

Ongoing Training & Development

Career Progression Opportunities

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an Experienced Multi-Skilled Panel Beater & MET Technician in Braintree. You will perform a mix of structural and cosmetic accident repairs, plus MET removal and refitting to meet high standards.

The role offers a salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, with a Monday-Friday pattern (07:30-17:30) and no weekends, supporting work-life balance and career development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater and MET Technician within an automotive accident repair bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair and MET strip/refit procedures.
• Experienced in panel replacement, alignment, repair and metal finishing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out panel repairs, replacement and alignment to accident-damaged vehicles
• Undertake MET strip and refit, including mechanical, electrical and trim components
• Carry out structural repairs and component replacement where required
• Complete welding, metal finishing and panel preparation to a high standard
• Identify additional damage and communicate findings to the relevant VDA/Estimator or Workshop Controller
• Work closely with Panel, MET, Paint and Workshop teams to ensure efficient vehicle progression
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, bodyshop quality standards and Health & Safety procedures
• Complete repairs within agreed production times while maintaining exceptional workmanship

Skills

Panel Beater

MET Technician

Vehicle body repair

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Team player

Education

IMI/ATA qualifications advantageous

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Auto Skills UK is seeking an Experienced Multi-Skilled Panel Beater & MET Technician in Braintree. You will perform a mix of structural and cosmetic accident repairs, plus MET removal and refitting to meet high standards.

The role offers a salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, with a Monday-Friday pattern (07:30-17:30) and no weekends, supporting work-life balance and career development.