Mechanical and Electrical Bus Engineering Apprentice Technician (Metroline Manchester)

Metroline Manchester

Manchester (2 available locations)

Closes in 30 days (Monday 1 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 May 2026

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Summary

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.

Wage

£16,736.72 a year

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Under 21:

Year 1: £16,736.72 per year (£8.47 per hour)
Year 2: £25,470.64 per year (£12.89 per hour)

Age 21 and over:

Year 1 & 2: £26,577.20 per year (£13.45 per hour)

Training course
Bus and coach engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

3

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

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

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • Hyde Road, Manchester, M12 6JS
  • Bus Depot, Leestone Road, Sharston Industrial Area, Manchester, M22 4RB

Training

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

Training provider

S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

Training course

Bus and coach engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

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

More training information

As an apprentice, you will gain real hands-on experience working within Metroline Manchester’s bus depot workshops. You may rotate across different sites to broaden your experience.

Depots include:

  • Hyde Road: M12 6JS
  • Ashton (Tameside): SK15 1QP
  • Sharston: M22 4RB
  • Wythenshawe: M23 9ET

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C/Functional Skill Level 2)
  • Maths (grade 4/C/Functional Skill Level 2)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

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.

About this employer

Metroline Manchester is a key provider of public bus services across Greater Manchester, operating routes as part of the Bee Network under contract to Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM). As part of the wider Metroline Group, we are committed to excellence in service delivery, passenger experience, and vehicle reliability. Our depot operations are dynamic, innovative, and focused on high safety and environmental standards.

Joining Metroline Manchester means becoming part of a dedicated team that values continuous improvement, professional growth, and delivering sustainable transport solutions to local communities.

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Company benefits

  • Employee discount
  • Health & wellbeing programme

After this apprenticeship

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.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

S&B Automotive Academy

contactus@sandbaa.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029644.

Apply now

Closes in 30 days (Monday 1 June 2026 at 11:59pm)