Vehicle MET Technician

Perfect Placement; Bristol; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive repair group in North Bristol is seeking a Vehicle MET Technician. This role offers competitive pay, full training, and opportunities for career advancement while maintaining high standards in vehicle repairs. Ideal candidates will have experience in mechanical and electrical repairs, with a strong knowledge of ADAS systems and hybrid/electric vehicles.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Staff uniform and full in-house training

Workplace pension scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Paid breaks

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle body repair or a motor vehicle mechanical background.
• Strong understanding of ADAS systems and knowledge of hybrid/electric vehicles.
• UK driving licence with minimal points is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs adhering to manufacturer specifications.
• Replace mechanical parts and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Self-assess tasks to ensure proper fitment and deliver on-time.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Electrical repairs

ADAS knowledge

EV proficiency

Use of PPE

Education

Recognised qualification in automotive MET/vehicle body repair

Job description

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Vehicle MET Technician required in North Bristol

• Competitive Salary of £54,600 per annum
• 50-hour working week, Monday to Friday
• Fantastic long-term career development prospects with a nationwide accident repair centre

Due to increased volumes, our client, a large automotive accident repair group established throughout England, is currently looking to recruit an additional Vehicle MET Technician to join their busy centre in North Bristol.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs to an exceptionally high standard
• Proven experience in replacing mechanical parts in vehicles
• Confident in stripping and refitting all components of a vehicle
• Proficient in using correct repair methods for EV and ADAS vehicles
• Self-assess completed tasks to ensure proper fitment and compliance with manufacturer specifications
• Regularly check all tools to ensure they are fit for purpose
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including the use of PPE

To be eligible, you will ideally have a recognised qualification in automotive MET/vehicle body repair or be working towards an IMI qualification. Our client, however, is willing to consider candidates with no formal qualifications who have a prior track record in vehicle body repair/strip and fit or from a motor vehicle mechanical background, and ideally, experience working on prestige/premium vehicles. You will have a strong understanding of ADAS systems with knowledge of hybrid and electric vehicles. Overall, you will be able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines, carry out duties as detailed on job cards to manufacturer and company standards, use initiative, and can prioritise workload to meet delivery times and customers’ expectations. You should be able to work independently but liaise effectively with colleagues and support others by multi-tasking during busy periods. A UK driving licence with minimal points is essential.

What’s in it for you? For your hard work as a Vehicle MET Technician, our client is offering:

• Competitive salary of £54,600 per annum with paid breaks
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Staff uniform and full in-house training provided
• Workplace pension scheme
• Opportunities for career progression
• 50-hour working week, 7:00am-5:00pm Monday to Friday. Overtime on Saturdays is available as well, subject to business demand

If this Vehicle MET Technician vacancy interests you or if you would like to find out about other Motor Trade Jobs in Bristol, please contact Hamish Lowrie at Perfect Placement now!

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