Location: Guildford, Surrey
Pay: £21 - £23 per hour + bonuses
Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:30
Joining Bonus: £5,000 paid over the first year
Perfect Placement is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for a MET Vehicle Technician to join our client, an award-winning Accident Repair Group, at their state-of-the-art facility in Guildford, Surrey. This is a chance for a skilled technician to become part of a dynamic team within one of the UK’s leading bodyshops.
About Our Client Our client is an award-winning, BS 10123 Accredited Bodyshop and a major player in the UK’s automotive repair industry, boasting multiple manufacturer approvals. Their Guildford workshop is equipped with cutting-edge technology, and they are committed to fostering a supportive, high-energy environment. With a focus on continuous improvement, they offer ATA Training Accreditations to help their team stay at the forefront of the industry. This role is ideal for a career-driven technician eager to join an industry leader.
What’s on Offer
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
- Pay: £21 - £23 per hour, plus performance-based bonuses.
- Benefits:
- IMI (ATA) Accreditation training and support to enhance professional skills.
- Company pension scheme.
- New car scheme.
- Life assurance cover.
- Discounts at retailers, entertainment venues, and theme parks.
- A professional and collaborative workshop environment.
- IMI (ATA) Accreditation training and support to enhance professional skills.
- Removing damaged parts to prepare vehicles for repair.
- Safely storing displaced parts for refitting.
- Identifying additional damage, reporting to the Vehicle Damage Assessor, and ordering necessary parts.
- Verifying all parts are correct to ensure a seamless repair process.
- Refitting vehicles post-repair, ensuring freshly painted panels remain pristine and panel gaps meet manufacturer tolerances.
- Replacing mechanical components (steering, drivetrain, engine) as required.
- Resetting vehicle control units using diagnostic equipment.
- Adhering to health and safety legislation and attending regular safety training.
- Maintaining tools and equipment.
- Undertaking additional reasonable tasks as needed.
Candidate Requirements Our client is seeking a MET Vehicle Technician with a passion for precision and expertise in vehicle repair. Ideal candidates will have:
- A recognised qualification in Automotive MET/vehicle body repair or be working toward an IMI qualification. Candidates without formal qualifications but with a proven track record in vehicle body repair or strip-and-fit will also be considered.
- Experience as a Vehicle Technician looking to transition into body repair is welcome.
- The ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and follow job card instructions to manufacturer and company standards.
- Initiative to prioritise workload and maintain an efficient repair process.
- Strong teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues and manage multiple tasks during busy periods.
- A UK driving licence with minimal points.
How to Apply This MET Vehicle Technician role in Guildford offers an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning bodyshop and advance a career in the automotive industry. For more details about this position or other automotive opportunities in Surrey, contact Liam Buffenbarger at Perfect Placement.
Application Process:
- Submit a CV and cover letter to Tom Wharton at Perfect Placement.
- Call Tom Wharton to discuss the role directly.
- Visit Perfect Placement UK Website to explore additional automotive career opportunities.