Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician

Role: MET Technician Location: Gillingham, Kent Hours: Full Time, 40 hours a week Pay: Up to £55k Basic (Depending on Experience) + Bonus An excellent opportunity has arisen for an MET Technician to join one of our longstanding clients, a brilliant Accident Repair Centre in Gillingham, Kent Benefits: up to £55K per annum Team Bonus 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Healthcare Cash Plan (including Gym and shopping discounts) Employee Assistance Programme Celebration Day (to use as you wish to celebrate a significant day in your life) Car Insurance discount with LV Employee Pension Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!) Access to Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work Scheme Refer a Friend Scheme (earn £1,000 for referring people to join the team) More benefits coming soon….. The Role: * Observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork. * Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on the job card. * Removal and safe storage of vehicle components, fluids and gases as directed by work order. * Removal and safe disposal of vehicle components and fluids as directed by work order. * Re-assemble vehicles after repair in a safe and competent manner paying focused attention to quality and checking panel alignment noting all red readings on the job card. * 4-wheel alignment as directed by work order. * Quality control of all repairs, with final stage sign off and ATA Signature, noting all non-stripped items on the job card. * Report all faults, defects noticed whilst working on vehicles. * Take care of equipment, special tools, personal tools and report any faulty equipment to your line manager. * Actively make sure the repair method is in the job pack and is fully read, understood (e-scribe, manufacturer or other source) and displayed with the vehicle at all times. * Check Vehicle for warning lights / safety checks, beam setting completed and logged, raise awareness and note on job card. * Place reusable items in the racking supplied, dispose of old parts, all small items/ reusable parts to be placed in the boot neatly in marked containers. * All mechanical work completed in accordance to the agreed specification. * Torque all safety critical bolts and enter details in the log. * Ensure seat covers & foot mats are in place on all vehicles being worked on. The Requirements: * Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Body repair of motor vehicles. * Auto electrical qualifications and experience. * Knowledge of computerised alignment systems. * Full UK Driving licence. * Mechanical and suspension knowledge. * Aircon recognised training. * Encapsulated glass recognised qualification. * Team Player who uses initiative, be flexible and have a can-do attitude. * Cultural and organisational insight and takes responsibility for own actions. If you’re keen to join an exceptional Bodyshop Group who can offer a brilliant career path within a business that truly values its team, as an MET Technician in Gillingham. Please apply with your full CV to Sharron at WeRecruit Auto quoting job reference ST1758 Automotive – Motor Trade – Bodyshop – Crash Repair Centre – Accident Repair Centre – ARC – Bodyshop – Panel Beater- MET Technician – Kent- Ashford- Canterbury- Dover- Maidstone – Gillingham Full Time – Permanent – JobFull Time – Permanent – Job Follow us on Instagram @werecruitauto Should your skills and experience match what our client is looking for, we will contact you before proceeding with your application, either via phone or e-mail initially. Unfortunately we are unable to contact all applicants due to the volume of applications so if you do not hear from us within 5 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you have relevant industry experience we may store your details for future opportunities