MET Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£48,000 to £60,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bristol, BS16 7FG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	25 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting for an experienced MET Technician, Mechanical Electrical and Trim Technician or Bodyshop Technician to join an established accident repair centre in Bristol. Applicants must have previous MET experience within vehicle repair, including dismantling and reassembling vehicles to a high standard. Relevant automotive repair qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £23 Per Hour Basic, Depending on Experience

Bonus: OTE £60,000

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Why Apply?

• Up to £23 Per Hour Basic

• Uncapped Monthly Bonus Scheme

• Guaranteed Average Bonus During Annual Leave

• 23 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

• Birthday Off

• Company Pension and Life Assurance

• Employee Vehicle Leasing Scheme

• Retail Discounts and Cashback

• Health and Wellbeing Benefits, Including GP Access

• Training and Career Progression Opportunities

MET Technician Role

• Remove and refit mechanical, electrical and trim components

• Dismantle vehicles before accident repair work

• Reassemble vehicles following bodyshop repairs

• Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs where required

• Inspect components and identify additional damage

• Ensure vehicles are restored to their pre-accident condition

• Maintain high standards of workmanship and workshop safety

MET Technician Requirements

• Previous experience as an MET Technician, Mechanical Electrical and Trim Technician or Bodyshop Technician

• Confident removing and refitting vehicle components

• Good understanding of vehicle mechanical and electrical systems

• Experience working within an accident repair or vehicle repair environment

• Strong attention to detail and quality of workmanship

• Ability to work efficiently within a busy bodyshop

• Relevant Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) or National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) desirable but not essential

How to Apply

If you're interested in this MET Technician vacancy in Bristol, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will contact you.

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.

We also recruit for similar positions including MET Technician, Mechanical Electrical and Trim Technician, Bodyshop Technician, Strip and Fit Technician, Accident Repair Technician, Panel Beater, Vehicle Body Repair Technician and Automotive Repair Technician roles across the UK.

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