Automotive MET Technician

Sunderland

Ref: VA2910

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Benefits

• Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
• 29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
• Pension contributions
• Referral bonus scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• Wagestream—a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
• Talk to us about flexible working
• VIP Awards – colleague recognition scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits App – virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
• Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training – paid for by the business
• Opportunities for career progression

MET Technician – Sunderland (Commercial Vehicles)

Vans. HGVs. Specialist Fleet. Precision Matters.

At Steer Commercial, part of the Steer Automotive Group, we specialise in the repair of commercial vehicles—from light vans to HGVs and complex fleet assets. We’re proud to lead the industry in quality, scale, and innovation, and we’re looking for a skilled MET Technician to join our expert team in Sunderland.

The Role

As a MET Technician, you’ll work on a diverse range of commercial vehicles, ensuring mechanical, electrical, and trim components are correctly removed, refitted, and fully functioning post-repair. Your work is key to restoring vehicles that businesses rely on every day.

Key responsibilities:

• Carrying out mechanical, electrical, and trim work on commercial vehicles
• Stripping and refitting components to enable structural and cosmetic repairs
• Diagnosing faults and reinstating safety-critical systems
• Working collaboratively with estimators, panel, and paint teams to keep repairs on track
• Delivering work to high standards, aligned with manufacturer specifications and internal quality checks

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience as an MET Technician, ideally in commercial or heavy vehicle environments
• Relevant qualifications (IMI, NVQ, or ATA in MET preferred)
• Sound knowledge of modern vehicle systems and repair procedures
• Methodical, accurate approach to work with strong fault-finding skills
• A team-focused attitude with a commitment to safety and repair quality

Why Steer Commercial?

• Work on varied, large-scale vehicles that keep industries moving
• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Modern, well-equipped workshop and access to industry-leading tools and training
• Long-term career progression across a growing, national repair group
• A workplace culture built on excellence, integrity, and innovation

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that’s redefining commercial vehicle repair.

Steer Commercial – Sunderland

Where precision repair meets real-world impact.