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Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET) Technician Apprenticeship

Fmg Repair Services Limited · Team Valley Trading Estate · posted 20 July 2026

Wage
£17,728.62 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Vehicle damage mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
2 August 2026
Positions
1

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Through a combination of work and off-job experience, to become a qualified specialist employee, developing those technical and personal skills that will equip the job holder to develop a successful career. This role is ideally suited to individuals who are passionate about motor vehicles and wish to train within a hands-on role.

  • Detect and diagnose vehicle faults including simple electrical faults
  • Remove and fit non-structural body panels
  • To be aware of and adhere to all the Housekeeping and Health and Safety regulations and policies applicable to your position and working environment
  • Remove and re-install mechanical, electrical and trim components
  • Carry out cosmetic panel alignment
  • Remove, refit and test cooling system components
  • To undertake supervised development of job skills and to put into practice the technical knowledge acquired
  • To undertake such other appropriate tasks as may from time to time be required
  • Must make consistent progress in skill development
  • Must make consistent progress in the development of the inter-personal necessary to ensure transition from education into work
  • Adhere to all company processes and standard operating procedures
  • To apply right first time approach for repairs
  • To maintain level of efficiency commensurate with this discipline
  • To ensure all repairs have been finished in compliance with BS10125
  • To ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on job card
  • Ensure that all jobs are completed to pre-accident condition in accordance with the approved Repair Methodology and Manufacturers Standards within the estimated times and to the highest standard of quality
  • Maintain appropriate certification in line with company and discipline requirements
  • Adhere to all elements of the Information Security Policy
  • Attend appropriate training events to keep up to date with new or developing repair techniques

Your training

This is a Vehicle Damage MET Apprenticeship programme, delivered by Inspiro Learning (formerly Remit Training).

Awarding Body: Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release at the Inspiro Automotive Academy. This means you will be required to stay in a hotel for 12 separate weeks (Monday - Friday) over the duration of the programme, which equals 4 weeks per year. All associated costs for training are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also be assigned a dedicated Development Coach who will visit you every 4-6 weeks either in the workplace or remotely via Microsoft Teams, giving 1-2-1 advice and guidance to help you achieve the following IMI qualifications:

  • Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician Level 3

Where it leads

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve an industry recognised qualification, setting you on the path to becoming a fully qualified MET Technician. Following this, FMG is committed to your continued development, offering ongoing training, manufacturer-led learning, and career advancement opportunities to help you excel in your role, enhance your technical skills, and continue to expand your knowledge and experience.

About Fmg Repair Services Limited

FMG Repair Services is one of the UK’s leading and largest group of accident repair centres. Offering quality, speed and value for all aspects of vehicle repair, you will find us in or near most cities in the UK.
Dealing with over 100,000 vehicle repairs per annum through our 65 fully equipped repair centres nationwide, along with mobile repair, glass repair and replacement services, we boast a broad range of repair solutions and services to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Things to consider

Closing Dates:

Please submit your application along with your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Skills they're looking for

Enthusiasm to learnMechanically mindedPractical hands-on ability

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 4/C) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Princesway North, Team Valley Trading Estate, NE11 0TU

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