Strip Fitter

EXPERIENCED STRIP FITTER / MET STRIP & FIT TECHNICIAN
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Depending on Experience / Performance related bonus
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 Strip Fitter / MET Strip & Fit Technician looking to join a professional accident repair centre, this is an outstanding opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer-approved bodyshop where your expertise is genuinely valued. Offering a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, you'll join a business that invests in its people, the latest repair technology, and ongoing professional development.
Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working pattern and no weekend commitments. Working alongside a highly skilled team of Vehicle Damage Assessors, Panel Beaters, Paint Technicians, and Workshop Controllers, you'll play a vital role in delivering manufacturer-quality repairs while building a long-term career within a supportive and progressive working environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Competitive Salary (£35,000 - £45,000 Depending on Experience)
·Personal KPI bonus structure based on performance
·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 Strip Fitter / MET Strip & Fit Technician, you will be responsible for the safe removal and refitting of mechanical, electrical, and trim components on accident-damaged vehicles, ensuring all repairs are completed to manufacturer-approved standards.
Working as part of a skilled bodyshop team, you'll ensure vehicles move efficiently through the repair process while maintaining the highest levels of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:
·Remove and refit vehicle mechanical, electrical, and trim components following manufacturer repair methods
·Strip vehicles ready for Panel Beaters and Paint Technicians before rebuilding to factory standards
·Diagnose damaged components and identify additional repair requirements
·Ensure all removed parts are labelled, stored, and reinstalled correctly
·Carry out quality inspections throughout the repair and rebuild process
·Work closely with Vehicle Damage Assessors, Panel Beaters, Paint Technicians, and Workshop Controllers to maximise workshop efficiency
·Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer specifications, BS10125 standards, and company quality procedures
·Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment while adhering to all Health & Safety and COSHH regulations

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced, quality-focused Strip Fitter who takes pride in delivering exceptional workmanship and ensuring every vehicle is rebuilt to the highest possible standard.

·Previous experience as a Strip Fitter or MET Strip & Fit Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
·Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and trim vehicle systems
·Experience stripping and rebuilding modern vehicles to manufacturer standards
·Ability to interpret technical repair information and manufacturer repair methods
·Ideally IMI and/or ATA qualified (advantageous but not essential)
·Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
·Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced production environment while meeting productivity targets
·Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
·Reliable, self-motivated, and committed to delivering outstanding customer satisfaction
·Full UK Driving Licence required

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

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

If you're an experienced Strip Fitter / MET Strip & Fit Technician looking for a role where your technical expertise, precision, 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 - 54367