MET Technician (Wakefield)

Our client, a well established and reputed accident repair group, are currently looking to recruit an experienced MET Technician.
Are you looking for a position where you can make a difference, constantly learn new things and be at the forefront of technology, working as part of a family?
* As part of the wider family, they are looking to bring fresh thinking into their business which will support the transformation into the bodyshop of the future.
* They challenge traditional thinking to make them stand apart from competitors.
* As such, their panel technicians assume responsibility to provide and share their expertise throughout the site, while identifying opportunities to improve processes and the services provided to customers

What's in it for you?
* A highly competitive basic salary plus monthly bonuses!
* A fantastic team environment
* Career development and progression
* Training and continual self-development
* Sociable working hours

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE:

To dismantle and reassemble damaged vehicles in accordance with the repair estimate whilst following, and checking the methods and procedures as issued on every job. Ensure all Safety-related items and materials are within the used-by dates and are fit for purpose. Deviations from the estimate or methods issued should be reported to the estimator immediately.

Qualified Staff - Your main tasks will be completed without supervision and include providing direct supervision to non-qualified technicians where applicable.

Non-Qualified Staff - Your main tasks will be completed with direct supervision from a qualified Technician.

MAIN TASKS

• Ensure that stripping and rebuilding work of all vehicles is carried out professionally and correctly and that quality checks are undertaken in line with our process, this includes providing direct supervision to non-qualified staff.
• Ensure that all jobs are completed within the estimated times.
• Advise the Bodyshop Team Leader of any additional work identified when working on a vehicle.
• Check that all parts are ordered as per estimate, to ensure that the repair can be completed without delay, returning all unused parts to the parts department for credit.
• To be aware of and adhere to all the Housekeeping and Health and Safety regulations and policies applicable to your position and working environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Qualifications required for an MET Strip Fitter / MET Technician:
* Will have served a recognised apprenticeship as a MET Strip Fitter / MET Technician and gained a technical qualification (such as NVQ / ATA /IMI/ SVQ)
* Must have previous experience working as a MET Technician / MET Strip Fitter within a busy body shop and be a strong team player with a self-motivation to earn bonus hours.

• Will work to the highest standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques
  * Diagnostic training.

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE This information will be added on the successful appointment of the individual to the role.

OTHER DUTIES Due to the size and complexity of the establishment, you will undertake any other reasonable tasks or duties that are deemed to be within your capability, as directed by a senior manager of the Group to whom you have a reporting relationship.

To apply submit your CV or give Varsha a call at Corus Consultancy on (phone number removed).

WORKING HOURS:

Monday to Friday - 8am to 5pm (30mins break)

42.5 hours per week

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