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Apprentice Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET)Technician - Fix Auto Birmingham East

B H M Autobodies LTD · Birmingham · posted 31 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
2 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Vehicle damage mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician (level 3)
Starts
28 September 2026
Closing date
17 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • 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

Your 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)

Where it leads

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.

About B H M Autobodies LTD

Fix Auto Birmingham East joined the Fix Auto UK network in February 2012 and is the network’s longest established repair centre in the city.  

Housed in two adjoining buildings spanning 15,000 sq ft of workspace with ample secure car parking, as the name suggests the vehicle repair centre is situated on the east side of Birmingham and is easily accessible from the main A452 ‘Chester Road’ arterial carriageway and is close to the M6. 

Owned by the Healey family, the business is managed by the founder’s son, Ben, with an award-winning 22-strong team of experts. 

With the capacity to repair more than 1,600 vehicles annually, 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.  

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!  They also have the facilities to re-gas air conditioning systems.  

Things to consider

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and organised. Keen to support others as a cooperative team member and eager to learn, with a genuine passion for cars and all things automotive.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English GCSE (grade 4/C or above) — desired
  • GCSE Maths GCSE (grade 4/C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • WATERLOO AVENUE, BIRMINGHAM, B37 6RE

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