MET Technician

MET Technician / Strip Fitter

Location: Newton Abbot
Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 Basic Salary | OTE £49,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (42.5 Hours Per Week)

Looking for a role where your technical skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and you can work with the latest repair technology in a modern accident repair centre?

If you're an experienced MET Technician / Strip Fitter looking for your next challenge, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly respected bodyshop where quality workmanship and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do. You'll be working with the latest manufacturer-approved repair methods, advanced diagnostic equipment and modern workshop facilities, repairing a wide variety of vehicles to the very highest standards.

This is more than just another MET Technician role. It's an opportunity to join a business that values its technicians, rewards performance with an excellent bonus structure and offers long-term career progression within a supportive, professional working environment.

The Role

As an MET Technician / Strip Fitter, you'll be responsible for dismantling, repairing and reassembling accident-damaged vehicles to manufacturer specifications. Working alongside experienced Panel Beaters and Paint Sprayers, you'll ensure every repair is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest possible standard.

Your Responsibilities

• Strip and refit mechanical, electrical and trim components on accident-damaged vehicles.
• Carry out repairs using manufacturer-approved repair methods and the latest equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults where required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
• Work closely with the wider bodyshop team to maintain a smooth and productive workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Deliver exceptional workmanship while meeting productivity targets.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as an MET Technician, Strip Fitter or Bodyshop Technician within a busy accident repair centre.
• Recognised apprenticeship with an NVQ, VCQ, SVQ, ATA or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent knowledge of modern vehicle repair techniques.
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• High attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and excellent team-working skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional standards.

What's On Offer

• Basic Salary: £42,000 - £46,000.
• Realistic OTE of £49,000.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Flexible working hours (42.5-hour working week).
• Modern, fully equipped accident repair centre.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Stable employer with excellent long-term career prospects.
• Supportive management team and professional working environment.

Apply Today

If you think you are a good fit for this MET Technician / Strip Fitter role, please contact Cian at Auto Skills UK, quoting job reference number 54008.

Don't worry if your CV isn't completely up to date. Get in touch and we can work that out together.

Auto Skills UK is recognised as the UK's leading automotive recruitment specialist, providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions across the automotive industry, from skilled technicians through to senior management.

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