MET Technician

About the Company

Do you want to work in a bodyshop where you’re trusted to do your job, supported by a friendly team and given the space to take pride in your work?

Tameside Accident Repair Centre is a well-established, family-run bodyshop with a strong reputation for quality workmanship and customer care within Tameside.

We’re a small, close-knit team where people are valued as individuals, not numbers. We believe in treating people fairly, supporting a good work-life balance and giving experienced technicians the trust and independence to get on with the job. Everyone knows their role, works together and supports each other when needed.

We take pride in maintaining high repair standards, while also creating a positive working environment where people feel valued and genuinely enjoy being part of the team.

To learn more about us, visit www.tamesideaccident.co.uk

The Role

We are looking for an experienced MET Technician (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) to join our bodyshop team.

You will be responsible for stripping and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components on a wide range of accident-damaged vehicles, carrying out fault diagnosis, geometry checks and wheel alignments, and ensuring repairs are completed safely and to manufacturer standards.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, can work confidently and independently, and enjoys being part of a small team where everyone supports each other.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical, electrical and trim strip and refit work
• Diagnose faults and identify the most appropriate repair method
• Strip and refit components including airbags, wiring looms, steering and suspension components, interior trim and associated mechanical/electrical parts
• Carry out geometry checks and wheel alignments
• Work in accordance with manufacturer repair methods and safety standards
• Carry out quality checks to ensure repairs meet the required standard
• Maintain accurate job records
• Communicate effectively with the workshop team
• Use specialist tools and equipment safely and correctly

Skills & ExperienceEssential

• Previous MET experience within an accident repair or bodyshop environment
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Good diagnostic skills
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Own tools
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to work efficiently while maintaining high repair standards

Preferred

• ATA MET Accreditation or equivalent relevant qualification
• Hybrid / EV training
• ADAS accreditation

Why Join Us?

• Monday to Friday – no weekends
• 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Small, friendly and supportive team
• Trusted to get on with your job
• Company pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• External and in-house training and development opportunities
• Employee and family discount
• Staff functions
• Free parking
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person

Pay: £18.00-£22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person