MET Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£35,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Truro, TR4 9BA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Oct 2026
Closing date:	6 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting for an experienced MET Technician, Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician or Bodyshop Technician to join a busy accident repair centre in Truro. Applicants must have previous MET experience within a bodyshop or accident repair environment, hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK. IMI accreditation or an equivalent qualification is desirable.

Location: Truro, Cornwall

Salary: £35,000 Basic

OTE: £50,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm – No weekends (however there is overtime available)

Job reference: 31690

Why Apply?

- Up to £50,000 OTE

- No weekend working

- Modern accident repair facilities

- Latest repair technology and equipment

- Ongoing investment in facilities and training

- Career development opportunities

MET Technician Role

- Carry out Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) repairs and replacement work

- Remove and refit vehicle components during the accident repair process

- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults

- Complete repairs safely and efficiently within agreed timescales

- Work to required industry, insurance and repair standards

- Liaise with colleagues to ensure required parts are available

- Maintain high standards of workmanship throughout every repair

MET Technician Requirements

- Previous experience as a MET Technician within a bodyshop or accident repair centre

- Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills

- Excellent attention to detail and high standards of workmanship

- Ability to work efficiently within a busy accident repair environment

- Full UK Driving Licence

- Right to work in the UK

- IMI accreditation or an equivalent qualification is desirable

How to Apply

If you're interested in this MET Technician vacancy, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.

If this MET Technician role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician, Bodyshop Technician, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Bodyshop Estimator, Panel Beater, Paint Technician, Paint Sprayer and SMART Repair Technician roles across the UK.

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