Bus and Coach Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Introduction: First Bus offers a paid, hands‑on route into engineering where you can earn while you learn and build a long‑term career with a major UK transport company. You need not have prior experience, and you will receive full training and support to become a qualified Mechanical/Electrical Engineer.

What You’ll Do

• Learn to maintain and repair buses and coaches to keep them safe and operational
• Identify and diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
• Carry out routine servicing and maintenance tasks
• Develop skills in vehicle inspections and safety checks
• Support bodywork and interior repairs
• Work with modern and emerging vehicle technologies
• Gain hands‑on experience in a bus depot or engineering workshop
• Attend college training blocks to build technical knowledge
• Work alongside and learn from a qualified mentor engineer
• Apply practical problem‑solving skills in real engineering situations

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeships, you will move into a skilled engineering vacancy.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Logical thinking
• Physical fitness

Course Information

Course: Bus and coach engineering technician (level 3)Level: 3Route: Engineering and manufacturingApprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Typically, Monday – Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Shifts may be different depending on company needs.Expected Duration: 3 YearsTraining Provider: REASEHEATH COLLEGE

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