Strip Fitter

We offer high quality vehicle refurbishment services for large Corporations. With extensive experience in the Automotive Industry, we seek to combine excellent Customer Service with unmatched vehicle repairs whilst keeping that ‘family feel’ in an enjoyable workplace.

**Strip Fitter - Hudson Kapel Fleet Solutions**

**Job Title**: Strip Fitter
**Location**: Throckmorton
**Terms**:Full time
**Salary/rate**: £18ph

**About the role**:
The Strip Fitter (MET) is responsible for the mechanical and electrical trim on vehicles. Identifying damaged components and removing and refitting before and after a vehicle is refinished. The role of the Strip Fitter (MET) is an integral part of a highly effective team and involves carrying out a wide range of tasks to an exceptionally high standard. This requires speed, accuracy, attention to detail and excellent communication skills with colleagues to ensure the finished vehicle is operationally safe and sound.

**Responsibilities**:

- Removal and refitting of mechanical, electrical and trim components
- Removal and refitting of non-structured body panels
- Prioritise work efficiently to meet deadlines ensuring awareness of urgent vehicles and due out dates
- Ensure Quality Control checks are carried out after repairs have been completed to ensure no defects and that the vehicle is safe to use
- Identify rectification issues and report them to Line Manager
- Consistently utilise all required safety equipment and P.P.E.
- Use the electronic management system for accurate recording of work assigned
- Adhere to all requirements for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal
- Regular checks on tools and equipment to ensure safe operational use
- Maintain a clean and organised work environment
- Attend Company arranged medicals and follow all necessary guidance given or provided
- Report any deterioration in health or vision to your Manager without delay

**Requirements**:

- Relevant qualification i.e. ATA, NVQ, BTEC, City & Guilds and/or a minimum of three years’ experience
- Solid understanding of vehicle refurbishment/body repair processes
- An awareness of safety procedures
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate a commitment to continued learning by participating in on-going training and any other industry related training requirements
- Able to meet targets and deadlines
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Be able to work as part of a team
- Comply with Health and Safety requirements and legislation
- Maintain a positive working relationship with all members of staff

**Other requirements**:
To action any other reasonable request from Line Manager, Technical Manager Company Director and assist the team as applicable.

To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of the job.

**Must hold a valid UK driving licence.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person