Apprentice Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET) Technician - Loughborough, Leicestershire

Stripping and refitting all vehicle parts Rebuilding vehicle suspension and resetting the geometry Removing, replacing, and reinstalling SRS systems Reinstating the vehicle to pre-accident and roadworthy condition

Training:
Our training partner will deliver a high quality Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET) Technician Level 3 programme here in our state-of-the-art bodyshop No college attendance required as training will take place onsite. You will work alongside a highly skilled mentor who will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle MET technician. You will achieve a certification in Refrigerant Handling (EC 842-2006)  Once the apprenticeship is complete, you will achieve a Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician qualification Level 2 maths and English Functional Skills (if not already achieved)

Training Outcome:

Following completion of your apprenticeship, the right candidate can expect the possibility of permanent employment as well as opportunities to progress within the company into roles such as Workshop Controller, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Bodyshop Manager.

Employer Description:
Fix Auto Loughborough is one of the foundations for which the Fix Auto UK network we celebrate today is built upon. The Leicestershire repair centre is owned and managed by local businessman Paul Smith who is still at the forefront of what it achieves today. Situated in on the north side of Loughborough, the multi-award-winning repair centre is easily accessible via the main Derby Road. Like all Fix Auto UK vehicle repairers the business holds the prestigious BS10125 accreditation which provides the ultimate confidence that all repairs are carried out to the highest British Standards and as such ensures all car accident repairs, dent removals, dent repairs, bumper repairs, wheel alignment and wheel tracking are repaired or rectified to the highest standards. Significantly, Fix Auto Loughborough hold official vehicle repair accreditations – or approvals – for the V.A.G. Group of premium car brands that includes VW (including commercial vehicles), Audi, Skoda, SEAT and Cupra. In 2024 it also received the official accreditation from Stellantis encompassing Alfa Romeo, DS, Lancia, Jeep, Abarth, Citroën, Fiat, Peugeot and Vauxhall models. The repairer also holds the official status from Kia and Mitsubishi. The team at the car body shop specialises in all car accident repairs, paintless dent removals and paintless dent repairs and effortlessly correct those annoying car scratches and door dinks caused in supermarket car parks!

Working Hours :
Typically Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness