Beater (panel & met) Work, Jobs in Manchester, Eng (with Salaries)

Panel Beater/MET Technician
Tameside Accident Repair Centre —Ashton-Under-Lyne
- £18 - £22 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Driving
- Welding
- In-person
- Free parking
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Panel Beater/Spray Painter
Paint Studio 360 —Failsworth West
- £30,967.44 - £38,000.00 a year
- Overtime
- Driving
- Power tools
- In-person
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Bodyshop MET Strip fitter
Sapphire Garage Ltd —Manchester
- £40,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driving
- Welding
- In-person
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11d
Bodyshop Technician
Williams Group —Old Trafford
- £40,250 - £43,850 a year
- Overtime
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Panel Technician
Solus Accident Repair Centres —Middlewich
- £35,000 - £64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Employee discount
11d
Vehicle Body Repair Technician
Autoworx Blackburn LTD —Blackburn
- £30,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Power tools
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Panel Beater/Spray Painter
Paint Studio 360 —Failsworth West
Full UK driving licence preferred. Repair damaged vehicle body panels using appropriate tools and techniques. Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair and paint…
£30,967.44 - £38,000.00 a year
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Panel Beater/MET Technician

Tameside Accident Repair Centre
Ashton-Under-Lyne

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£18 - £22 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Driving
Welding
Automotive diagnostics
Hand tools
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

MET Technician / Panel Beater

About the Company

Tameside Accident Repair Centre is a well-established, family-run bodyshop with a strong reputation for quality, integrity, and customer care. We pride ourselves on high standards of workmanship, modern repair methods, and a supportive, close-knit team environment.

As a family business, we offer a flexible, personal approach to work. Our team are valued individuals, not numbers. We believe in treating people fairly, supporting work-life balance, and creating a workplace where skills, experience, and effort are genuinely recognised.

To learn more about us, visit: www.tamesideaccident.co.uk

The Role

We are looking for a skilled and versatile MET Technician / Panel Beater to join our growing team. This is a hybrid role for an experienced technician who is confident carrying out both mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) work, alongside high-quality panel repairs.

You will be responsible for stripping and refitting vehicles, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical components, carrying out panel repairs, replacing damaged panels where required, and ensuring vehicles are restored to manufacturer standards. Working closely with the Bodyshop team, you will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality repairs from start to finish.

Relevant ATA qualifications are preferred; however, we will also consider experienced applicants with strong practical skills in both disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) repairs on a wide range of vehicles.
Diagnose faults and identify the most effective repair methods.
Strip and refit vehicle components, including airbags, wiring looms, steering, suspension, interior trim, and other mechanical and electrical parts.
Repair damaged body panels using approved repair techniques.
Replace and align damaged panels, ensuring accurate fit and finish.
Carry out structural repairs and body alignment where required.
Perform geometry checks and wheel alignments.
Work in line with manufacturer specifications, safety standards and insurance repair methods.
Carry out quality checks to ensure all repairs meet required standards before completion.
Maintain accurate job records and communicate effectively with the workshop team.
Use specialist tools and equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

ATA MET and/or ATA Panel Technician Accreditation, or equivalent experience.
Proven experience in both MET and panel repair work within an accident repair environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
Excellent panel repair and alignment skills.
Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
Own tools.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to work efficiently to manufacturer repair times.

Desirable (but not essential)

Hybrid / EV training.
ADAS accreditation.
Aluminium repair certification.

Personal Attributes

Strong team player with a positive work ethic.
Reliable, organised and safety-focused.
Professional and courteous communication style.
Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality repairs.
Flexible and willing to support different areas of the workshop when required.

Benefits Package

Company pension scheme.
Uniform provided.
External / In-house training and development opportunities.
Employee / Family discount.
Staff functions.
Free parking.
20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
8:00am – 4:30pm

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £18.00-£22.00 per hour

Licence/Certification:

Driving License (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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