Bus and Coach Engineer Apprenticeship

STAGECOACH GROUP PLC

Recruiting nationally

Closes on Friday 23 May 2025

Posted on 8 April 2025

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Summary

Stagecoach Engineering apprenticeships programs span four years and are structured to provide comprehensive learning and skill development. The first three years involve practical learning at our bus depots, working alongside skilled technicians and using the latest diagnostic technology.

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Salary is competitive, and is reviewed annually.

Training course
Bus and coach engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday Day shifts, working hours TBC

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

28

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

Year 1:

  • A full overview of all vehicle systems, including Health and Safety, tools & equipment, inspections, wheels & tyres, braking principles, steering & suspension, engines, electrical principles, air & fuel, cooling & lubrication, and transmission & drivelines

Year 2:

  • A deeper, more focused learning of electrical systems, body electrics, transmission and drivelines, and being able to remove & replace components

Year 3:

  • Advanced body & electrical diagnostics, engine diagnostics, chassis diagnostics, transmission diagnostics, vehicle & component inspections, diagnosing & repairing components

Where you’ll work

Check out our Stagecoach Website / careers to see where we are offering opportunities

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

GTG TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Bus and coach engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

  • Bus and Coach Engineering Technician Level 3 
  • At work and at college based in either Wolverhampton or Glasgow
  • Block release basis - up to 9 times per year (Monday - Friday) 
  • All travel and accommodation paid for 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 / C or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 / C or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Science (any) (grade 4 / C or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working

About this company

Stagecoach is the number 1 bus company in the UK, and our apprenticeship scheme has been uniquely designed to train the next generation of skilled mechanics. We will have your back at every step of your career journey, giving you the confidence and knowledge to surpass your potential. Everyday at Stagecoach, we bring our vision to life with our values and behaviours. You could be joining a workforce where: We plan for the future, We support communities, We are down to earth, We are Stronger together & We do the right thing. At Stagecoach we encourage a diverse and inclusive workplace. We don’t discriminate against age, ability, gender, orientation, social background and recognise that talent is within all of us.

https://www.stagecoachbus.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

● Pension, optional overtime ● Job security for life ● Great range of discounts on high street brands, restaurants/hotels/days out/cinemas ● Minimum of 28 days paid holiday and free Stagecoach bus travel for you/a companion

After this apprenticeship

  • Train to be a Master Technician
  • Progress down the management route - many of our former apprentices are now Managers and Engineering Directors 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GTG TRAINING LIMITED

clare.willis@stagecoachgroup.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000314357.

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Closes on Friday 23 May 2025

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Company’s application instructions

Will include English and Maths Tests, practical test and interview