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Bourne
Ref: VA4177
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Benefits
Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
Pension contributions
Referral bonus scheme
Enhanced parental leave
Enhanced sick pay
Wagestream—a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
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VIP Awards – colleague recognition scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits App – virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
Opportunities for career progression
Panel Technician / MET Technician – Bourne, Lincolnshire
Experienced in Panel repair, MET, or both? Join one of the UK’s leading accident repair groups.
Steer Automotive Group is recruiting an experienced Panel Technician / MET Technician to join our accident repair centre in Bourne, Lincolnshire.
If you’re currently working as a Panel Beater, MET Technician, MET Fitter, Bodyshop Technician, Vehicle Body Repair Technician or Accident Repair Technician, this could be a great opportunity to take the next step in your career.
Whether your experience is predominantly in panel beating and body repair, MET stripping and fitting, or a combination of both, we’d be interested in hearing from you.
You’ll be joining an experienced bodyshop team with access to modern repair equipment, industry-leading training and the support you need to produce high-quality repairs you can be proud of.
What You’ll Be Doing
Depending on your skills and experience, your role will include:
Carrying out high-quality panel repairs and replacing damaged body panels
Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components
Repairing accident-damaged vehicles in line with manufacturer specifications
Completing structural repairs, chassis alignment and panel replacement
Welding and repairing vehicle panels using approved repair methods
Identifying additional repair requirements during strip and repair
Working efficiently while maintaining excellent standards of quality and workmanship
Ensuring repairs are completed safely and in accordance with approved repair methods and company procedures
Working closely with the wider bodyshop team to keep repairs progressing smoothly
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced technician with previous experience in an accident repair centre, bodyshop or similar vehicle repair environment.
Your experience may be as a:
Panel Technician / Panel Beater
MET Technician / MET Fitter
Bodyshop Technician
Vehicle Body Repair Technician
Accident Repair Technician
You’ll ideally have strong practical experience across panel repair, panel beating, MET stripping and fitting, welding, structural repairs or vehicle body repair, depending on your specialism.
You’ll also bring:
Excellent attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
A good understanding of safe and approved vehicle repair methods
The ability to work efficiently within a busy bodyshop environment
A positive attitude and strong team-working skills
ATA or equivalent accreditation would be beneficial but isn’t essential.
At Steer Automotive Group, we’re committed to investing in our people and giving our technicians the tools, training and opportunities they need to succeed.
Joining us means you’ll benefit from:
Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
Manufacturer-approved and industry-recognised training
Ongoing technical development and career progression
Access to modern repair equipment, tools and technology
A supportive and professional bodyshop environment
Employee wellbeing support
A comprehensive employee benefits package
The stability and opportunities that come with being part of one of the UK’s leading accident repair groups
Ready for Your Next Move?
If you’re an experienced Panel Technician, Panel Beater, MET Technician, MET Fitter or Bodyshop Technician looking for your next opportunity in Bourne, Lincolnshire, we’d love to hear from you.