MET / Paint Technician
CV-LibraryHardwicke, GloucestershirepermanentPosted: 4 September 2026
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Location: Gloucester
Salary: £22 - £24 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
About the Role
Our client is a well-established automotive business with a busy bodyshop in Gloucester, and they are currently looking for an experienced MET / Paint Technician to join their growing team.
This role will involve a combination of mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) work alongside vehicle preparation and paint-related duties, helping to return accident-damaged vehicles to their pre-accident condition.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a versatile technician looking for competitive hourly rates, long-term stability and the opportunity to develop their career within a professional bodyshop environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out MET work, including removal and refitting of mechanical, electrical and trim components
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Prepare vehicles and panels for painting
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Carry out paint preparation, including sanding, masking and priming
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Assist with paint and refinishing work where required
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Assess vehicle damage and identify the work required
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Work closely with Panel Technicians and other bodyshop staff
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Ensure all repairs and preparation work are completed to a high standard
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Follow manufacturer and industry repair standards
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Accurately complete job cards and repair documentation
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Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
Requirements
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Proven experience as an MET Technician, Paint Technician, Vehicle Technician or Bodyshop Technician
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Experience across MET and vehicle paint/preparation work
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Strong understanding of vehicle repair processes
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Experience within a busy bodyshop or accident repair environment
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Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Relevant automotive or bodyshop qualifications are preferred
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Full UK Driving Licence
What’s on Offer
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£22 - £24 per hour, depending on experience
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Monday to Friday working
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Full-time, permanent position
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Ongoing training and development
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Modern bodyshop facilities and equipment
*
Stable, long-term opportunity
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Career progression within an established automotive business
Location: Gloucester
Salary: £22 - £24 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
About the Role
Our client is a well-established automotive business with a busy bodyshop in Gloucester, and they are currently looking for an experienced MET / Paint Technician to join their growing team.
This role will involve a combination of mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) work alongside vehicle preparation and paint-related duties, helping to return accident-damaged vehicles to their pre-accident condition.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a versatile technician looking for competitive hourly rates, long-term stability and the opportunity to develop their career within a professional bodyshop environment.
Key Responsibilities
*
Carry out MET work, including removal and refitting of mechanical, electrical and trim components
*
Prepare vehicles and panels for painting
*
Carry out paint preparation, including sanding, masking and priming
*
Assist with paint and refinishing work where required
*
Assess vehicle damage and identify the work required
*
Work closely with Panel Technicians and other bodyshop staff
*
Ensure all repairs and preparation work are completed to a high standard
*
Follow manufacturer and industry repair standards
*
Accurately complete job cards and repair documentation
*
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
Requirements
*
Proven experience as an MET Technician, Paint Technician, Vehicle Technician or Bodyshop Technician
*
Experience across MET and vehicle paint/preparation work
*
Strong understanding of vehicle repair processes
*
Experience within a busy bodyshop or accident repair environment
*
Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
*
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
*
Relevant automotive or bodyshop qualifications are preferred
*
Full UK Driving Licence
What’s on Offer
*
£22 - £24 per hour, depending on experience
*
Monday to Friday working
*
Full-time, permanent position
*
Ongoing training and development
*
Modern bodyshop facilities and equipment
*
Stable, long-term opportunity
*
Career progression within an established automotive business