Apprentice Vehicle Damage MET Technician

About The Role

Are you curious about cars, enjoy hands-on work, and want to get paid while learning? An apprenticeship could be the perfect start to your career in the automotive industry. Apprenticeship Central are recruiting an Apprentice MET (Mechanical, Electrical & Trim) Technician to join a supportive bodyshop team in Slough. You'll gain practical skills, hands-on experience, and a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification. No prior experience is needed, just curiosity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn!

Apprenticeship Details

• Duration: 36 months
• Pay: £8.00 per hour in year 1, rising to the national wage for your age from year 2
• Hours: Monday to Friday (Varied between 08:00-17:00)

Training & Support

• On-site delivery with a training provider coach visiting workplace
• On-the-job guidance from an experienced team and allocated workplace mentor
• Visits from a training provider coach every 6–8 weeks
• Additional support from a RETAIN Manager at Apprenticeship Central

Why this apprenticeship is great / Where it can take you

You'll learn a range of technical skills, gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, and receive ongoing support to help you succeed. After completing the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with the company in a permanent role and develop your career as a Vehicle Damage Panel Technician.

What You'll Do

As an Apprentice MET Technician, you'll assist and learn across a variety of tasks in the bodyshop, including:

• Removing and refitting mechanical, electrical, trim and non-structural body components
• Learning to diagnose vehicle faults, including basic electrical systems
• Carrying out panel alignment and supporting repairs to manufacturer standards
• Following approved repair methods to ensure vehicles are safe, roadworthy and meet BS10125 quality standards
• Learning to use specialist tools and equipment safely, including welding and soldering under supervision
• Maintaining tools, equipment and a clean, safe working environment
• Working alongside experienced technicians while developing your practical skills
• Communicating effectively with your team and contributing to high-quality repairs

Requirements

• GCSE (or equivalent) English – Grade 4/C or above
• GCSE (or equivalent) Maths – Grade 4/C or above

About You

• Passionate about vehicles and eager to build a career in the automotive industry
• Enthusiastic about learning and developing new skills
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work and solving problems
• A reliable team player with good communication skills
• Organised, with excellent attention to detail and a positive attitude
• Committed to working safely and producing high-quality work
• Able to travel reliably to and from the workplace

About The Company

Brandon Accident Repair Centre is a leading, independent vehicle bodyshop based in Brandon, Suffolk, serving Thetford, Mildenhall, Bury St Edmunds, and the surrounding areas. Established in 1997, the company is manufacturer-approved and BS10125 accredited, offering high-quality accident repairs for all makes and models of cars and light commercial vehicles. Renowned for its first-class customer service and commitment to sustainability as a carbon-neutral business, Brandon ARC also provides a wide range of additional services, including alloy wheel refurbishment, diagnostics, ADAS calibration, and classic car restoration.

Application Stages

If you're interested in this apprenticeship, you'll begin with our pre-employment programme. This is a friendly way to complete some online tasks, learn more about the role, and see if it's a good fit. After this, you'll have a short telephone chat with the Apprenticeship Central Team. Don't worry if you haven't done this before, we'll guide you every step of the way and answer any questions you have.