MET Technician (Dorchester)

Steer Automotive Group; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accident repair group in the UK is seeking a skilled MET Technician to join their team. In this role, you will dismantle and reassemble vehicles, diagnose faults, and ensure quality in repairs. The ideal candidate has experience in a bodyshop and strong problem-solving skills. This position comes with competitive salary, training opportunities, and a commitment to career progression within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus performance related bonus

29 days holiday including public holidays

Pension contributions

Enhanced parental leave

Wagestream—Financial Wellbeing app

Cycle to work scheme

Virtual GP appointments and employee assistance programme

Steer Academy training opportunities

Clear opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a bodyshop or accident repair setting.
• Attention to detail and integrity in workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Dismantling and reassembling vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Maintaining a clean and professional working environment.

Skills

Proven experience as an MET Technician

Strong understanding of vehicle mechanical systems

Excellent problem-solving skills

Education

ATA accreditation (or working towards it)

Job description

• Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
• 29 days holiday including public holidaysplus additional days with service
• Pension contributions
• Enhanced parental leave
• Wagestream—a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
• Talk to us about flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits App – virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
  
• Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
• Opportunities for career progression

Join the UK’s leading accident repair group – where excellence, innovation, and integrity drive everything we do.

At Steer Automotive Group, we go beyond standard repairs — we set the benchmark for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. We’re looking for a skilled and detail-focused MET Technician to join our team and play a vital role in restoring vehicles to pre-accident condition.

If you're passionate about precision, take ownership of your work, and want to be part of a team that values doing things properly, this could be your next career move.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Dismantling and reassembling vehicles safely and efficiently, following manufacturer methods
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out the necessary repairs
• Working with the latest technology and equipment to ensure quality and compliance
• Liaising with other technicians to support a smooth and efficient repair process
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and professional working environment

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an MET Technician in a bodyshop or accident repair setting
• Strong understanding of vehicle mechanical, electrical, and trim systems
• ATA accreditation (or working towards it) is desirable
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• A professional who works with integrity, accountability, and pride in their craft

What We Offer

• Industry-leading training and support to enhance your skills and career
• A forward-thinking business that invests in people and innovation
• Clear opportunities for progression across a growing national group
• A team culture built on respect, trust, and a commitment to excellence

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that stands for excellence, embraces innovation, and operates with integrity, apply today and join the team at Steer Automotive Group.