Job Title: Panel Technician / MET Technician

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Location: Ipswich
Salary / Hourly Rate: £20 - £22Per Hour Dependant on Qualifications and Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a leading organisation within the automotive accident repair sector, is looking for an experienced Panel / MET Technician to join their busy and fast-paced bodyshop.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled bodyshop technician / MET technician / panel beater who is confident working across both mechanical and structural repair disciplines. You will be responsible for a mix of mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) work alongside panel repair and replacement, ensuring vehicles are fully restored to their pre-accident condition.

With a strong and consistent workload and an uncapped bonus scheme, this role offers excellent earning potential for an experienced automotive repair technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MET (mechanical, electrical and trim) stripping and fitting work
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical components affected by accident damage
• Remove and refit vehicle components for panel repairs and bodywork restoration
• Carry out panel repairs and replacements, including full and quarter panels
• Undertake welding, jig work, and structural repairs where required
• Support full repair cycle from strip down to rebuild and final fit
• Ensure all bodyshop repairs and mechanical work meet manufacturer standards
• Maintain accurate job records and support workshop efficiency

About You

• Experienced Panel Technician, MET Technician, or Bodyshop Technician
• Strong background in accident repair, crash repair, and vehicle restoration
• Confident in both mechanical (MET) and panel repair disciplines
• Skilled in stripping, fitting, diagnostics, and vehicle rebuilds
• Experience working in a fast-paced automotive bodyshop environment
• High attention to detail and quality workmanship
• ATA / NVQ qualifications in Vehicle Body Repair or MET (desirable but not essential)

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary / hourly rate withuncapped bonus potential
• High volume of consistentaccident repair and bodyshop work
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
• Company pension and life assurance
• Health & wellbeing support xbpsjku (including 24/7 GP access, dental and health plans)
• Retail discounts and cashback schemes
• Discounted gym memberships
• Vehicle leasing schemes
• Financial wellbeing support

Why Join?

• Join a well-established leader in theautomotive repair and accident repair industry
• Ongoing investment in training, EV technology, and modern bodyshop facilities
• Long-term stability with strong earning potential
• Clear progression opportunities forMET and panel technicians
• Supportive and professional workshop environment

If youre an experiencedPanel / MET Technician,Bodyshop Technician, orVehicle Repair Technicianlooking for a strong earning opportunity in a busy accident repair centre, apply today with your CV.