Met Technician Gateshead Bodyshop

MET Technician

Evans Halshaw | Gateshead Bodyshop

Bring your technical expertise and eye for detail to Gateshead Bodyshop as a Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician. Play a key role in the repair process by removing and refitting vehicle components, identifying faults and completing repairs in line with manufacturer methods. Take pride in precise, high-quality workmanship while developing your skills within a supportive team.

£2,000 joining bonus available for all experienced Technicians.

Potential target earnings: up to £50,000, with UNCAPPED earning potential.

Guaranteed bonus for your first 3 months - details to be discussed at interview

What you’ll bring

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in mechanical, electrical and trim work within an automotive body repair environment, with a commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Strong skills in removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components, with excellent attention to correct fit, function and finish.
• Confidence identifying faults, using diagnostic equipment, following manufacturer repair methods and managing your workload efficiently.
• A commitment to safe working practices and thorough quality checks, working collaboratively with panel and paint colleagues throughout the repair process.

Your benefits & development

• 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.
• An extra day off for your birthday.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Ongoing brand and product development, supported by experienced franchise leaders.
• Family leave policies.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• A paid volunteering day.
• Long-service recognition.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• High street discounts.
• Employee referral rewards.

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club , Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies . We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.