Apprentice Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET)Technician
Smart Bodyshop Solutions (Cornwall)
Apprenticeship
Apprentice Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET)Technician
Smart Bodyshop Solutions (Cornwall)
Apprenticeship
Liskeard (PL14 5RE)
£16,640 for your first year, could increase depending on age
Full-time
In person
For candidates not already in education
03 Sept 2026
About the Organisation
Mechanical
Automotive
SMART Bodyshop Solutions Group Ltd is the UK’s largest independent fleet repair network, providing an efficient turnaround time with value for money vehicle body repairs.
SMART Bodyshop Solutions at Cornwall offers a complete vehicle, LCV, and HGV body repair solution. Their operations facility offers a firm focus on quality repairs, cycle time, and a key-to-key service.
The group operates to BS10125 British Kitemark Standards and focuses on the individual needs of their customers. An excellent team of highly trained technicians uses a forward-thinking production model. This sets SMART Bodyshop Solutions' performance ahead of the competition, creating a win-win for all clients.
About the role
An Apprentice Vehicle Damage MET Technician works as part of a highly skilled work force that is committed to quality. You will be stripping and refitting all vehicle parts and rebuilding vehicle suspension and resetting the geometry. The successful candidate can expect a high-quality training package with excellent career prospects.
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
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
Where you'll work
Unit 1E
Pensilva Industrial Estate, St. Ive Road, Pensilva
Liskeard
PL14 5RE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED
Training course
Vehicle damage mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician (level 3)
What you'll learn
Course contents
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
Training schedule
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)
More training information
There is a physical element to automotive repair, including lifting, pulling and using kinetic tools such as hammers and compressed air devices.