Mechanical and Electrical Bus Engineering Apprentice Technician (Metroline Manchester)
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Company: Metroline Manchester
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Location: Manchester, M12 6JS
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,736.72 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000029644
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Application Deadline Date: 01/06/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 3
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
Brief Description
Start your career in transport engineering with Metroline Manchester. As a Bus & Coach Engineering Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience maintaining and repairing modern buses, developing mechanical and electrical skills while working alongside experienced engineers.
Training to be Provided
S&B Automotive Academy is a specialist automotive apprenticeship training provider based in Bedminster, Bristol. As part of this apprenticeship, you will gain practical experience working within a Metroline Manchester depot while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for the Bus and Coach Engineering Technician (Mechelec) standard.
Throughout the programme, you will attend block training at S&B Automotive Academy, typically 6–8 one-week blocks per year (Monday to Friday), alongside your workplace learning.
You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship by:
- A workplace mentor
- An S&B Development Coach
- An electronic logbook to track your progress (accessible by both you and your employer)
- You will complete Gateway Assessments at the end of evey year, progressing towards your final End-Point Assessment (EPA).
Training will cover both mechanical and electrical systems, including diagnostics, fault finding, hybrid technology and modern vehicle systems relevant to bus and coach engineering.
For national apprentices attending block training in Bristol:
- S&B Automotive Academy is located near Bristol Temple Meads railway station and the M32
- Travel and accommodation are fully funded by the employer
- Accommodation includes a single occupancy hotel room, with breakfast and an evening meal provided during the weekly training blocks
Future Prospects
Metroline are dedicated to supporting your career development beyond the apprenticeship. With your qualification and experience, you’ll be well-positioned to take on further technical training or advance into supervisory or specialist roles within Metroline Manchester or across the wider transport engineering industry.
Vacancy Detail
You will support the maintenance and servicing of Metroline Manchester’s bus fleet, developing mechanical and electrical engineering skills while working alongside experienced engineers in a busy depot environment.
- Assist with servicing, maintenance and repair of buses & coaches
- Support diagnostics, fault finding and rectification of vehicle defects
- Work on mechanical, electrical, transmission and chassis systems
- Carry out vehicle inspections and servicing to DVSA standards
- Use tools, equipment, measuring devices safely and effectively
- Complete service records and workshop documentation
- Develop knowledge of engine systems, fabrication and vehicle components
- Gain experience with advanced systems including hybrid technology and CANbus
Other Information
Closing dates, interviews and start dates are subject to change, and interviews may take place at any time. Once S&B receives your application, eligibility and suitability checks will be completed before suitable applicants are shared with the employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and a benchmarking initial assessment may be required. You will be contacted by S&B or the employer if selected to progress. If you wish to withdraw your application, please inform us as soon as possible.