MET Strip Fitter

EXPERIENCED SKILLED MET TECHNICIAN
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your technical skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Skilled MET Technician looking to join a professional accident repair centre, this is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer-approved bodyshop where your mechanical, electrical, and trim expertise is genuinely valued. Offering a competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience, you'll become part of a business that invests in its people, modern equipment, and ongoing technical development.

Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working pattern and no weekend commitments. Working alongside an experienced team of Vehicle Damage Assessors, Panel Beaters, Paint Technicians, and Workshop Controllers, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality repairs while continuing to develop your skills in a supportive and forward-thinking working environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Competitive Salary (£30,000 - £40,000 Depending on Experience)
·Monday to Friday Working Pattern (8:00am - 5:00pm)
·40-Hour Working Week
·Full-Time, Permanent Position
·Modern Accident Repair Centre
·Ongoing Training & Development
·Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE
As an Experienced Skilled MET Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out the safe removal, repair, and refitting of mechanical, electrical, and trim components on a wide variety of accident-damaged vehicles. Working to manufacturer repair methods, you'll ensure every vehicle is repaired efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities:
·Remove and refit mechanical, electrical, and trim components on accident-damaged vehicles
·Diagnose damaged components and identify additional repair requirements
·Carry out repairs using manufacturer-approved methods and industry best practices
·Complete vehicle strip and rebuild operations to support the repair process
·Work closely with Panel Beaters, Paint Technicians, and Vehicle Damage Assessors to ensure efficient vehicle progression
·Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer specifications, BS10125 standards, and company quality procedures
·Carry out quality checks before vehicle handover to ensure repairs meet exceptional standards
·Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment while following all Health & Safety and COSHH procedures

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced and quality-focused MET Technician who takes pride in delivering exceptional workmanship and consistently producing high-quality repairs.

·Previous experience as an MET Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
·Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and trim vehicle systems
·Experience carrying out vehicle strip, repair, and rebuild procedures
·Ability to interpret manufacturer repair methods and technical information
·Ideally IMI and/or ATA qualified (advantageous but not essential)
·Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to first-class workmanship
·Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced production environment while meeting productivity targets
·Positive team player with excellent communication and organisational skills
·Reliable, self-motivated, and committed to delivering outstanding customer satisfaction
·Full UK Driving Licence required

Alternative Job Titles:
MET Technician / Skilled MET Technician / Bodyshop MET Technician / Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician / MET Strip & Fit Technician / Vehicle Strip Fitter / Automotive MET Technician / Accident Repair Technician / Vehicle Repair Technician / Strip & Refit Technician

APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing accident repair business that values skilled technicians, offers genuine career progression, and provides long-term stability within a modern, professional working environment.

If you're an experienced Skilled MET Technician looking for a role where your technical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to quality will be recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration and take the next step in your accident repair career.
 
Contact Steve @ AutoSkills UK - Job Reference - 54356