Octane Recruitment Ltd

MET Technician

TR4 9BA

Key information

Pay
£35,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
8 Oct 2026
Closing date
6 Nov 2026

About this role

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

SWOJ

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.