Multiskilled Vehicle Technician
Location: Peterborough
Salary: Up to £52,000 OTE (including site bonus), depending on experience and qualifications
Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Overview
The Multiskilled Technician will be responsible for working across multiple areas of vehicle repair including MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim), Panel, and Paint. This role involves dismantling, repairing, and reassembling damaged vehicles in line with repair estimates, ensuring high-quality results, and adhering to all safety standards. The technician will work independently or supervise non-qualified staff where applicable, ensuring all tasks are completed within the given time frames.
Duties & Responsibilities
MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim):
- Dismantle and rebuild vehicles to meet repair estimates, ensuring all safety-related items and materials are within use-by dates.
- Complete work within estimated timescales, performing quality checks in line with company procedures.
- Advise the Line Manager of any additional work identified during vehicle repairs.
- Ensure parts are ordered as per the estimate to prevent delays and return unused parts for credit.
- Report any deviations from the estimate or methods to the estimator immediately.
- Supervise non-qualified staff to ensure work meets company standards.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with housekeeping and health & safety regulations.
Panel:
- Repair or replace damaged panels as required, ensuring all work adheres to safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Operate jigs, fixtures, and welding equipment as per prescribed safety standards.
- Handle all vehicles with care, maintaining a high standard of customer care and satisfaction.
- Follow manufacturer instructions and update skills through training courses as necessary.
Paint:
- Prepare vehicles for painting, including masking, sanding, and other necessary pre-paintwork tasks.
- Spray paint vehicles to a high standard, ensuring colour match and finish meet company and customer expectations.
- Follow all prescribed safety procedures and wear necessary safety gear.
- Stay up to date on product developments and techniques through regular training courses.
Skills & Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Technician in MET, Panel, or Paint (essential).
- ATA accreditation is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle repair processes, including mechanical, electrical, and bodywork.
- Ability to work independently and supervise non-qualified technicians.
- Attention to detail to ensure work is completed to a high standard.
- Good communication skills and the ability to report effectively on work completed or issues identified.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines while ensuring quality standards are met.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures in a workshop environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-related bonus
- 30 days holiday (including public holidays)
- Pension contributions
- Health cash plan (for medical cost claims)
- Discounts on high street brands
- Long service awards
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Referral programme
If you’re a skilled and motivated technician seeking a new challenge in a growing company, we want to hear from you!
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