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MET Technician
Jago Consultants
3 weeks left to apply
West Sussex, South East, UK Get directions
Bodyshop MET Technician Full time

MET Mechanic / Technician - Cowfold (West Sussex)

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am till 5.30pm

Holiday: 4 Weeks Paid Leave


We are delighted to be working with a family owned motor engineering company in the Cowfold area (West Sussex) who are actively seeking to recruit an MET Mechanic / Technician (Strip and Fit).


My client are a Classic Car specialist and have are proud to have a long history for repairing classic cars and providing high quality classic and vintage car repairs and restorations. 


Working with a friendly team, you will need to be ready for a challenge to exceed customer expectations and deliver your best. Attention to detail is crucial.

What this role involves:

  • Stripping vehicles for repair
  • Checking parts whilst stripping
  • Complete quality control 
  • Alignment and fitting of lights
  • Ensure correct repair method is used
  • Fitting vehicles after repair

The skills you will need:

  • Being able to work well in a team
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Previous experience as a MET Technician is beneficial
  • Use to working to deadlines, and producing quality workmanship
  • To have a valid UK driving licence

Contact: Andy at Jago Consultants

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Keywords: MET / Bodyshop / Smart / Technician / Trim / Body Repair / Mechanic / Strip / Fit / Mechanic

Nº employees 11-50
Founding year 2013
Products / Services Dealership, Technicians, Bodyshop, Aftersales & Service, Parts & Logistics
Mission We recruit for the motor trade! We are a specialist recruitment agency working in the motor trade sector since 2013. Working across the whole of the UK with various motor trade clients, from Independents, Franchised Dealers, Truck/Plant Services, Bodyshops, Lease Companies, Parts Wholesale etc. We offer friendly and professional advice to our candidates and clients. Please get in touch today to discuss your needs.
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Frequently asked questions

If you want to pursue your career as a MET technician, you can start off by getting enrolled for an apprenticeship in automotive. For level 3 jobs vehicle paint and body is the course you should get admission to. Employers seek technical subjects, English and Science for the positions. There is an aptitude test that you have to pass too.

You need to have manual dexterity as most of the work involves stripping, fitting, and repairing the different parts of the vehicles. Attention to detail is essential for the met technician jobs as without being meticulous spotting issues and fixing them is not easy. You need to be precise and capable of working under stress for this role.

The annual average salary for met technician vacancies varies depending on the position, employer, working hours, experience, and other factors. Moreover, the hourly wages for Bodyshop technicians under the age of 19 are different. Overall, the job is well-paid and if you gain expertise in this field, you can make good money.

The repair centres are noisy and dusty but the MET technicians are provided with protective clothing. The work can be stressful and involves physical excursion as lifting the heavy parts of the vehicle and refitting them can be exhausting. If you love doing manual work and have a passion for automotive mechanics, you will enjoy the job.

There is a demand for MET technicians currently in the UK and the employment opportunities are likely to increase in the coming five years or so. There are different apprenticeships being offered by different automotive tech schools, check the course outline and make a promising career in this field. Explore technician jobs in the automotive industry on InAutomotive!

Description

MET Technician Job Description

The job involves carrying out the mechanical, electrical, and trim work for the different kinds of vehicles. Inspecting the wear and tear of the different parts is also what the MET technicians are required to do. They have to do the essential technical maintenance that includes repairing and replacing the parts. Identifying any damages when stripping down the vehicle and taking care of them is also in the met technician job description. The technicians have to order the required parts from the concerned department and make sure that they receive the right ones. They also need to provide the cost for an estimated repair or refitting. 

MET Technician Job Responsibilities

The day-to-day responsibilities of MET technicians include gauging the extent of damage done to the mechanical and electrical components of a vehicle. They have to strip the vehicle parts that are ruined by the accident and refit or replace them. They need to be familiar with how to use the diagnostic equipment to identify an electrical fault. They are required to use a computerised machine for aligning the wheels. They have to ensure that all the replacement and repair work is done considering the defined standards. Preparing an invoice for the work and checking it meticulously before sending it to the accounts department is also the responsibility of these technicians.

Skills Required for Building a MET Technician Career

Attention to detail is required for this role as you have to be scrupulous when examining a vehicle and identifying its damaged parts. The ability to work in stressful situations is also needed as the working hours can exceed. Effective organisation and time management skills will help you excel at your job and complete the different tasks efficiently. Precision and accuracy are essential when you are working with stripping and repairing the parts of a vehicle. You ought to be good at following the instructions and must have the capability to meet deadlines. Your dream bodyshop job in the automotive industry can be a click away, try InAutomotive!