Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Apprentice - Gateshead
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Company: FMG REPAIR SERVICES LIMITED
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Location: Gateshead, NE11 0TU
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,728.62 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000046761
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Application Deadline Date: 30/09/2026
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Start Date: 01/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, some hours may vary. Start date to be confirmed.
Brief Description
The role is to identify damaged mechanical and electrical components on a damaged car/light commercial vehicle and remove and refit these components before and after body repair work has been carried out.
Training to be Provided
- Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician apprenticeship standard
- Apprentices will be required to achieve Certification in Refrigerant Handling (EC 842-2006)
- Not only will apprentices be working and trained within the garage, but they will also attend an approved college on block release to work towards and achieve their Certificate at Level 3 in Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET)
- A skills coach will visit at least every 28 days as part of a close support network to ensure that apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course
Future Prospects
- The right candidate may move into a full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority
- The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, whether it be progressing through their dealership or working towards a job within motorsport
Vacancy Detail
- Remove and refit non-structural body panels and mechanical and electrical systems
- Remove and refit any part relating to the vehicle to the correct alignment
- Remove, repair, and replace engine, gearbox, suspension, mechanical and electrical systems
- Diagnose and fix faults within a vehicle management system (onboard computer) & associated electrical system