Panel MET Technician

Location:West Sussex, RH19

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Hours:45 hours per week
Salary:Up to £60,000 + bonus

About the Role

We are an established and growing vehicle repair business with a strong reputation for quality workmanship and excellent customer service. Due to continued expansion, we are looking for a skilled and motivatedPanel MET Technicianto join our fast-paced team.

This is a key role within the business, responsible for ensuring vehicle repairs are completed to manufacturer and industry standards, while maintaining efficiency, safety, and quality at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs on motor vehicles in line with manufacturer and industry standards

• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high-quality standard

• Inspect and report on vehicle structure and paintwork

• Remove, refit, and store vehicle components safely

• Carry out panel alignment and associated repairs

• Complete filler work to a high standard (P180 finish, pinhole checks)

• Apply underseal, weld-through primers, and anti-corrosion treatments

• Perform quality control checks and sign off repairs at each stage

• Identify and report additional damage not previously noted

• Follow repair methods and ensure documentation is present and understood

• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean working environment

• Ensure vehicle protection (seat covers, mats, etc.) is always in place

Requirements

• Relevant motor manufacturer qualifications and experience

• Full UK driving licence

• Current AOM009 welding certificate (or BS equivalent)

• Experience xbpsjku with MIG brazing, spot welding, rivet bonding, and high-strength steels

• Light MET qualification (ATA or equivalent)

• Bonding certification

• Willingness to undertake further training as required

Personal Attributes

• Strong team player

• Proactive with a flexible, can-do attitude

• Takes ownership and responsibility for work

• Detail-oriented with pride in high standards

• Adaptable, resilient, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Honest and reliable